Afgebouwd bedrijfspand 1914 - 1919

"Afgebouwd bedrijfspand" (Disassembled Business Building), an anonymous photograph taken between 1914 and 1919, captures a moment in time, likely in Indonesia, as it depicts a simple, once-functional building in a state of disrepair. The image, a black and white snapshot, reveals a building with a corrugated metal roof, partially enclosed verandah, and a white-washed facade. The structure, surrounded by a fence and set against a backdrop of tropical vegetation, speaks to the transient nature of human endeavors and the silent stories of abandoned structures. The photograph's monochrome aesthetic emphasizes the starkness of the scene, highlighting the building's emptiness and neglect. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, serving as a reminder of the ephemeral nature of human construction and the enduring presence of nature.