Zuiderzee c. 1900 - 1910

"Zuiderzee," a photographic print by Henricus Jacobus Tollens, captures a scene of industrial activity on the Zuiderzee, a former sea in the Netherlands. Dated around 1900-1910, the photograph showcases two dredging boats with their powerful machinery, highlighting the efforts to alter the landscape of the region. The detailed inscription below the image provides technical information about the boats, including their dimensions and the power of their engines. This photograph offers a glimpse into the industrial development of the Zuiderzee, a crucial waterway in Dutch history.