Elsa Laura Von Wolzogen (1876-1945), Deutsche Musikerin. Fotografie, Universitätsbibliothek Trier, Signatur Z13842b-1912. 1912

Nicola Perscheid's 1912 portrait of Elsa Laura Von Wolzogen, a German musician, showcases the artist's mastery of portraiture. The photograph captures Von Wolzogen in a simple, yet elegant pose, her profile emphasized against a soft, blurred backdrop. Perscheid's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, highlighting the subject's features and adding a touch of intimacy to the composition. The image exemplifies the evolution of photography as an art form in the early 20th century, moving beyond documentation to capture the essence of its subjects.