Interieur van het huis van het echtpaar Jetten 1925 - 1927

This photograph captures the interior of the Jetten residence; its photographer remains anonymous. The image presents a fascinating glimpse into the domestic sphere and reveals the visual codes of bourgeois life. The dark, polished wood paneling and elaborate staircase convey a sense of established wealth and social standing. The arrangement of furniture – the side tables, potted plant, and Windsor chair – speaks to a cultivated taste and an emphasis on the presentation of the home. The hat rack is a symbol of formality. This is a space designed to impress. Without knowing the exact date or location, we can still contextualize this interior within the broader history of domestic imagery. By examining archival sources – such as magazines, home design catalogues, and social histories – we can begin to unpack the social and cultural aspirations embedded within this seemingly simple photograph. The historian's role is to bring these hidden narratives to light and understand the image as a product of its time.