Dam bij een kanaal c. 1900s - 1910s

This anonymous black and white photograph, titled "Dam bij een kanaal" (Dam by a Canal), showcases a dam with a sluice gate over a canal. The photograph is characteristic of the early 20th-century photographic style, with a focus on capturing the details of the dam's structure and its surrounding landscape. It offers a glimpse into the Dutch landscape and engineering during the early 1900s, showcasing the importance of waterways and water management. The image is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, a testament to the museum's broad scope encompassing not just fine art, but also historical photography.