Portret van een onbekende vrouw met kind op schoot c. 1855 - 1870

This daguerreotype, "Portret van een onbekende vrouw met kind op schoot," created by Silas A. Holmes between 1855 and 1870, captures a poignant moment between a mother and her young child. The image, framed within a decorative gold oval, showcases the intimate bond between the two figures. The mother’s gentle gaze and the child’s peaceful expression create a sense of tenderness and vulnerability. This small-scale daguerreotype exemplifies the early practice of capturing family portraits, showcasing the importance of preserving memories within the domestic sphere.