Portret van een onbekende vrouw 1855 - 1885

John George Kirby's "Portret van een onbekende vrouw" is a carte de visite photograph from the 19th century. The photograph, taken in London between 1855 and 1885, depicts a woman with a serious expression, her face framed by her dark hair. The woman's dress and the overall composition of the image are typical of the Victorian era. The small size and oval framing of the photograph are characteristic of the carte de visite, a popular format for portraiture during the mid-19th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during a period of significant social and technological change.