Portret van een vrouw, leunend op een zuil 1864 - 1876

"Portret van een vrouw, leunend op een zuil" (Portrait of a Woman Leaning on a Column), an 1864-1876 carte de visite photograph by Daniel Fruwirth, depicts a woman in a dark dress and white cuffs, leaning against a column. The small size of the image (64 mm x 98 mm) is typical of the carte de visite format, a popular photographic format in the 19th century used for portraits. This intimate portrait showcases the photographic skills of Fruwirth, a photographer active during the rise of the carte de visite. The image captures a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the fashion and style of the era.