[Self-Portrait with Wife and Two Daughters] 1854

This daguerreotype, titled "[Self-Portrait with Wife and Two Daughters]" by John Adams Whipple, is a poignant example of mid-19th century portraiture. The intimate composition, featuring Whipple himself, his wife, and two daughters, captures the familial bonds of a prominent American family. The use of a simple, domestic setting emphasizes the naturalism of the image, making it a compelling testament to the early days of photography. The photograph is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.