Vrouw in klederdracht aan een tafel before 1882

"Vrouw in klederdracht aan een tafel" is a photograph by Max Balde, a Dutch photographer active in the late 19th century. The image depicts a woman, possibly a peasant, seated at a table in a simple interior. The woman is dressed in traditional Dutch attire, with a shawl, a dress, and a cap. Her face is in shadow, creating a mysterious and melancholic tone, while her hand rests gently on the table. The composition is straightforward, focusing on the figure in the center of the image, emphasizing the stillness and solitude of the scene. Balde’s photographs often explored themes of everyday life and working-class individuals, capturing the quiet dignity of their existence.