Portret van een onbekende vrouw c. 1900 - 1920

"Portret van een onbekende vrouw" (Portrait of an Unknown Woman), a small-scale photographic portrait by Sander van der Zijl, a prominent Dutch photographer active in the early 20th century, depicts a young woman with dark hair and a light-colored blouse. The subject's somber gaze and neutral expression evoke a sense of mystery and quiet contemplation. The image was likely created as a private commission, reflecting the growing popularity of photography for personal documentation during this period. The portrait is a testament to Zijl's skill in capturing the subtle nuances of human expression.