Portret van mevrouw Rameau Possibly 1860 - 1869

"Portret van mevrouw Rameau" (Portrait of Mrs. Rameau) is a carte-de-visite photograph by Vuagnat, a photographer who lived a short but prolific life from 1859 to 1870. This portrait, likely created between 1860 and 1869, depicts a woman standing in a richly decorated interior. The image exemplifies the popularity of the carte-de-visite format, a small-scale photograph that became a popular form of portraiture in the mid-19th century. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing a glimpse into the photographic practices of the era. The small dimensions (98 mm x 62 mm) suggest an intimate portrait, possibly intended for personal use or sharing within a social network.