Zelfportret van Eduard Isaac Asser c. 1854 - 1855

This daguerreotype, "Zelfportret van Eduard Isaac Asser", is a self-portrait by the Dutch painter Eduard Isaac Asser, created around 1854-1855. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures Asser seated, with his arms crossed and a thoughtful expression. The image, in its simple composition and dark background, reflects the characteristics of early photographic portraiture. It offers a glimpse into the artist's personality and serves as a valuable historical record of a prominent figure in Dutch art.