Rietlosinrichting in bedrijf 1917 - 1938

"Rietlosinrichting in bedrijf" (Sugar Cane Processing Plant in Operation) is a photograph taken by Otto Hisgen between 1917 and 1938. This black and white photograph captures the industrial scene of a sugar cane processing plant, with a focus on the machinery and the raw materials used. The image showcases a large industrial space with various machinery and workers, emphasizing the importance of industrial labor and production in the early 20th century. The photo's starkness and focus on the industrial setting align with the New Objectivity movement in photography, which aimed to capture the realities of modern life with objectivity and often included industrial scenes.