Gezicht op de Turfmarkt en de Nieuwe Kerk te Den Haag 1899

This anonymous photograph, titled *Gezicht op de Turfmarkt en de Nieuwe Kerk te Den Haag* (View of the Turf Market and the New Church in The Hague), was taken in 1899 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The black-and-white photo is a typical example of the early days of photography. It depicts the canal of the Turfmarkt, a bustling market in The Hague, with the Nieuwe Kerk visible in the background. This photo captures a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the city and the architecture of the area. The photo, taken by an unknown photographer, is a testament to the early development of photography and its use in documenting the world around us.