Photographie E.J. Asser c. 1854

This artwork is a photograph album cover from c. 1854 by Eduard Isaac Asser, a Dutch photographer. The cover is made of a dark-brown fabric with a decorative gold line running vertically down the spine. The album title, "PHOTOGRAPHIE E. J. ASSER", is printed in gold on a dark-purple label. The cover is a good example of how photography was presented in the mid-19th century, showcasing a simple yet elegant design that reflects the growing popularity of this new art form.