Huifwagen met twee paarden, Remagen c. 1895 - 1905

David Vermeulen captured this image of a horse-drawn wagon in Remagen with photography. The photograph offers a glimpse into a time when animal power was fundamental to daily life. We see the wagon, likely used for transporting goods, standing as a testament to the labor and industry of the period. Consider the lives of those who depended on these wagons, the working class individuals whose livelihoods were intimately tied to the animals. The scene evokes a sense of the slow pace of life, a stark contrast to our contemporary world of rapid transit and technological advancement. And yet, there's also a feeling of vulnerability present. The reliance on these animals for work speaks to a fragility, where the well-being of a family or community could be directly impacted by the health and strength of its animals. The photograph captures more than just a mode of transportation, it encapsulates a complex relationship between humans, animals, and the rhythms of daily existence.