Rebecca Ashworth c. 1855

This daguerreotype, created around 1855 by an anonymous artist, depicts Rebecca Ashworth in a seated pose. The young woman, dressed in a patterned gown, is framed in a gold-toned mat with a burgundy velvet border, a popular style for daguerreotypes of the era. Her serious expression and refined attire suggest a formal portrait meant to capture her likeness for posterity. This intimate and detailed image is a testament to the artistry and social significance of the daguerreotype process, which dominated portraiture in the mid-19th century.