Watervloed in Zeeland 1906

"Watervloed in Zeeland, op 12 Maart 1906" is a black and white photograph by the Gebroeders van Straaten, depicting the aftermath of a flood in Zeeland, Netherlands. The photograph, likely taken for a postcard, showcases a group of people on a dike overlooking a flooded landscape. The image captures the devastation and somber mood of the event, highlighting the vulnerability of the region to flooding. The composition emphasizes the contrast between the human figures and the vast, inundated expanse, emphasizing the scale of the disaster.