Familie aan tafel, met een fotoportret in lijst op de tafel 1897

"Familie aan tafel, met een fotoportret in lijst op de tafel," is a photograph by Henri Osieck, created in 1897. The image depicts a family of five seated around a table. The composition is symmetrical, with the father and mother in the center, flanked by their children. The photo is framed and placed on the table. The photograph was taken in a well-lit room, illuminated by a chandelier and a lamp. Osieck's work often captured the intimacy and domesticity of middle-class life in the late 19th century. The image is typical of early photographic portraiture, capturing a moment in time and showcasing the family's status and prosperity. The work highlights the evolving role of photography in capturing personal narratives and documenting family life.