S.O. Goenoengsari. Fabriek. Maart 1927. 1927

This gelatin silver print, titled "S.O. Goenoengsari. Fabriek. Maart 1927," was made by an anonymous artist in March of 1927. The photograph presents a stark industrial landscape; the factory building dominates the composition with its linear architecture. A careful interplay of light and shadow defines the structural elements and the vast field in the foreground. The stark contrast between the industrial complex and the natural landscape raises questions about the relationship between modernity and nature. The damaged edges of the photograph contribute to its semiotic potential. These imperfections serve as signs of the passage of time, and perhaps challenge fixed meanings, inviting us to reflect on the transient nature of industrial progress. The image, captured nearly a century ago, prompts a re-evaluation of our historical and philosophical perspectives.