Fotoalbum met foto's die zijn gemaakt gedurende de periode dat Isabel werkzaam was voor KLM in Israël 1947 - 1960

Editor: So, here we have a photograph of a photo album, dating from 1947 to 1960. The album contains photos taken while Isabel Wachenheimer-Elon worked for KLM in Israel. It's… well, it’s mostly a cover with an interesting texture. It almost looks like snakeskin. What stands out to you? Curator: Well, first, it’s interesting that we're focusing on the album itself rather than the photographs within. What does the album's exterior say about the intended audience, its display, and the value placed on its contents? During this period, there was a surge in travel photography, and these albums acted as curated narratives. The choice of a material mimicking animal skin may indicate a desire for perceived luxury, even exoticism tied to travel and adventure. Do you think it speaks to a particular socio-economic status? Editor: Possibly. It hints at wanting to project a certain image, a sophisticated traveler perhaps? I wonder how the contents played into that projected image. Curator: Precisely! The album becomes more than just a container. It becomes a statement about identity and aspirations, reflective of the cultural moment and the emerging significance of international travel. Now, think about the visual language –the patterned surface – how does that choice influence its reception? Is it successful? Editor: I hadn’t considered that! I suppose the pattern gives a sense of texture and tactility even in a photograph of the album, hinting at a richness and a sense of worldly experience. Curator: Exactly. The image of the album tells its own story even before we look at the photographs contained within. Thinking about photography’s rise in popularity during that time helps us understand its wider cultural and societal significance. Editor: This has totally changed how I look at something as simple as a photo album. Curator: I’m glad we could illuminate the album as an interesting relic that allows for broader considerations.