Man in een verwoest huis na de ontploffing van een munitiefabriek in Oosterweel bij Antwerpen op 6 september 1889 Possibly 1885 - 1889

This photograph, titled "Man in a ruined house after the explosion of an ammunition factory in Oosterweel near Antwerp on 6 September 1889," by L. van Neck, captures the aftermath of a devastating event. Taken sometime between 1885 and 1889, the image depicts a man standing amidst the rubble of a destroyed building, likely a home. The stark black and white tones emphasize the destruction, highlighting the fragility of human life and the impact of industrial accidents. The image provides a glimpse into a tragic event and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of disaster.