Groepsportret van de Asser-kinderen in toneelkostuum 1856

"Groepsportret van de Asser-kinderen in toneelkostuum" (1856), by Dutch photographer Eduard Isaac Asser, depicts a group of children dressed in costumes. Asser was known for his portraits and landscapes. This photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the children in a relaxed and playful setting, showcasing the early development of photographic portraiture. Their expressions and costumes hint at a theatrical performance, suggesting the work's connection to the growing popularity of photography in capturing everyday moments.