Portret van Tobias M.C. Asser, neef van de fotograaf Possibly 1849

"Portret van Tobias M.C. Asser, neef van de fotograaf" is a daguerreotype portrait by Eduard Isaac Asser, dating back to possibly 1849. The photograph captures Asser's nephew, Tobias, in a simple pose, showcasing the early development of portrait photography. The image showcases the sharp detail and tonal range characteristic of the daguerreotype process. This intimate portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 19th-century portraiture and the personal connections within the Asser family.