Portret van een vrouw 1842 - 1897

"Portret van een vrouw" (Portrait of a Woman) is an engraving created by Dutch artist Christiaan Lodewijk van Kesteren in 1842-1897. The artwork features a bust-length portrait of an elegant woman with flowing dark hair, a pearl headband adorned with a flower, and a low-cut dress. Displayed at the Rijksmuseum, the engraving is a fine example of van Kesteren's mastery of line work and detail, capturing the delicate features of the sitter with precision. This piece offers a glimpse into the artistic styles and societal ideals of 19th-century Netherlands.