Portret van een jonge vrouw met een elleboog leunend op tafel c. 1852

This photograph, "Portret van een jonge vrouw met een elleboog leunend op tafel" by Eduard Isaac Asser, showcases a young woman posed in a seated position, her elbow resting on a table. The photograph, taken in 1852, captures a formal portrait style popular in the mid-19th century. The woman's attire, a plaid dress with lace detailing, reflects the fashion of the time. Asser, a prominent Dutch photographer, is known for his refined portraits, often capturing individuals in intimate and thoughtful moments. This photograph, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a glimpse into the lives and clothing of the Dutch middle class in the mid-19th century.