Portret van een onbekende vrouw, mogelijk mevrouw Ligeois 1831 - 1890

This portrait, likely depicting Madame Ligeois, was created by Belgian artist Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels between 1831 and 1890. The engraving, which is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a woman adorned in a delicate lace headdress, her gaze directed towards the viewer with a hint of solemnity. This intimate portrayal, typical of the portraiture style popular during the 19th century, captures the quiet dignity of its subject. The small dimensions of the artwork, 200 mm by 152 mm, suggest it was intended for personal contemplation rather than public display.