Portret van een onbekende Noord-Afrikaanse vrouw 1863 - 1889

This 19th-century portrait, captured by the photography studio Famin et Cie. in Algiers, depicts an unknown North African woman. The studio, located on Rue Bab-Azoun, specialized in creating photographic souvenirs for tourists, showcasing local cultures and traditions. The woman is adorned with traditional clothing and jewelry, with a veil partially covering her face, highlighting the conventions of local attire. The use of a classic oval portrait format further underscores the popularity of such photographic souvenirs during that era.