Portret van Corry Mak van Waay-Zulver 1934 - 1936

This small, square photograph of Corry Mak van Waay-Zulver captures her in a tight, almost formal pose, with the light hitting just so, probably in a photo studio somewhere. I wonder what the photographer was thinking, trying to find the right angle and expression? Was Corry patient, or did she fidget? The monochrome tones give it a timeless feel, but the slight imperfections—a scratch here, a soft focus there—remind us of its age. Her eyes look directly at you, creating a sense of intimacy. The texture of her knitted sweater is so detailed, you can almost feel the wool. It’s like a painting in its own way, capturing a moment, a mood, a person. It makes me think of other portraitists, like Alice Neel, who sought to capture the essence of their sitters. Each artist, each photograph, each painting adds to the ongoing conversation about how we see and remember each other. Ultimately, it's a story about human connection.