Eerste trein in Paramaribo c. 1905

Eugen Klein took this photograph of the first train in Paramaribo. It's a subdued palette—sepia tones that speak of time and place. I imagine Eugen setting up his camera, adjusting the focus, hoping to capture not just the train but the mood of the moment. The excitement, the anticipation. I’m drawn to how the light filters through the roof, creating a soft glow around the train and the people gathered. There is a sense of stillness. You can almost feel the weight of the air, the quiet pride of the workers who made it all possible. The photo is almost a sketch, its textures inviting you to imagine what it felt like to be there, witnessing this moment of technological breakthrough. This reminds me of a painting. A way of seeing, a record of experience, and an exchange of ideas across time. Artists constantly inspire each other.