Portret van een meisje leunend tegen een stoel 1874 - 1896

"Portret van een meisje leunend tegen een stoel" (Portrait of a girl leaning against a chair) is a photograph taken by Dutch photographer Cornelis Johannes Richardus Pels between 1874 and 1896. The image depicts a young girl, dressed in a long dress and jacket, posed against a chair. This portrait captures the innocence and charm of a child, exemplifying the common genre of portraiture popularized during the 19th century. Pels, known for his detailed and realistic style, captures the girl's features with remarkable clarity, highlighting her youthful spirit and poise. This photograph is a small-scale work, measuring 100mm in height and 62mm in width, characteristic of Victorian cabinet cards, a format popular for personal portraits.