A quarter-plate daguerreotype featuring a young girl, identified as "Lissie, 7 yrs old" on the original paper backing. She stands gracefully, holding a wide-brimmed straw hat, her other hand resting on a patterned posing table. Her curls cascade over her shoulders, and her face is lightly tinted, adding a delicate warmth to the portrait. The backdrop depicts a serene waterfront scene with a sailboat, providing a picturesque setting. The faint outline of the posing stand is visible, indicative of the photographic process. The image is well-preserved, with minor tarnish around the edges. Created by Collins, as noted on the reverse.