Portret van een vrouw, zittend aan een tafel met vaas c. 1863

"Portret van een vrouw, zittend aan een tafel met vaas" (c. 1863) by Heinrich Eckert is a carte de visite photograph. It is a small, intimate portrait of a woman seated at a table with a vase. The image is likely a studio portrait, capturing the fashion and style of the mid-19th century. The woman's dress and hairstyle are characteristic of the era. The image is a testament to Eckert's skill as a photographer. The carte de visite format was popular in the mid-19th century, serving as a means of sharing portraits and a snapshot of personal lives. This small, unassuming portrait offers a glimpse into the lives of individuals from the past.