Portret van jonge vrouw 1868 - 1882

"Portret van jonge vrouw" (Portrait of a Young Woman) is a 19th-century carte de visite, a popular photographic format of the time, created by the photographic studio Wegner & Mottu between 1868 and 1882. The image, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a young woman in a formal pose, likely a portrait commissioned for personal use. The oval frame and the woman's refined attire are characteristic of the Victorian era's photographic style, showcasing a blend of artistry and realism. The small size and intimate scale of the image are characteristic of the carte de visite format, emphasizing the personal nature of this portrait.