Interieur van het huis aan Herengracht 258, Amsterdam 1889 - 1893

This black and white photograph, "Interieur van het huis aan Herengracht 258, Amsterdam," was taken by Johanna Margaretha Piek between 1889 and 1893. Piek, a Dutch photographer known for her interior photography, captures the elegant interior of a home on Herengracht, a prominent canal in Amsterdam. The image showcases the interior design of the era, featuring a grand piano, two chairs, and a patterned rug. The room's details, like the ornate moldings and the large double doors, provide insight into the opulent lifestyle of the time. This intimate yet grand snapshot serves as a historical record of Dutch domestic life in the late 19th century.