Aanleg Noordzeekanaal, 1866 1866

"Aanleg Noordzeekanaal, 1866" is a photograph by Rudolph Guicherit, taken in 1866. It depicts the construction of the North Sea Canal in the Netherlands. The image shows the canal in its early stages, with workers and materials scattered across the landscape. The photograph captures the scale of the project and the labor involved in its construction. This work is an important example of early photography documenting historical events, showcasing the industrialization of the Netherlands.