Portret van een onbekende jonge vrouw 1892

"Portret van een onbekende jonge vrouw" is a portrait photograph by Charles Gallot from 1892. The photograph shows a young woman in a simple dark dress with a lace collar, looking directly at the viewer. It was a common practice in the 19th century to take portraits of people, and this photograph exemplifies the typical style of portrait photography during that time period. The small size of the photograph, measuring 105 mm by 63 mm, suggests it may have been a carte de visite, a popular format for exchanging portraits. The photograph's composition and lighting create a sense of intimacy, while the woman's neutral expression and the overall style of the photograph capture the formality of the time.