Schip vaart door het Suezkanaal c. 1880 - 1900

"Schip vaart door het Suezkanaal" (Ship sails through the Suez Canal) is a black and white photograph by C. & G. Zangaki. The image depicts a ship sailing through the Suez Canal, a significant waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea. The photograph, dated c. 1880-1900, provides a glimpse into the early days of the Suez Canal, a crucial trade route that revolutionized global shipping. The photograph is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the historical significance of the Suez Canal and the role of photography in documenting maritime transportation.