Portret van een onbekende oude vrouw 1897 - 1901

"Portret van een onbekende oude vrouw" is a portrait photograph by Dutch photographer Sander van der Zijl, created between 1897 and 1901. The image depicts an elderly woman with a stoic expression. The composition is straightforward, with the subject centered against a plain background. The photograph is typical of portraiture from the late 19th century, capturing a realistic likeness of the sitter. The subject's age, clothing, and the photographic style suggest a working-class background. This small-format portrait, measuring 105 mm in height and 66 mm in width, highlights van der Zijl's skill in capturing the nuances of human expression.