Portret van twee jongens en twee meisjes 1875 - 1899

"Portret van twee jongens en twee meisjes" (Portrait of Two Boys and Two Girls), created between 1875 and 1899 by Jean Baptiste Feilner, is a small-scale portrait (135 mm x 96 mm) showcasing four young subjects posed formally. The image is framed within a decorative oval, embellished with hand-painted floral elements like water lilies and reeds. The delicate detail of the surrounding flora, contrasted with the black-and-white interior photograph, highlights the Victorian era's appreciation for both realism and decorative artistry. This piece reflects Feilner's ability to capture both the candid nature of his subjects and the aesthetic trends of his time.