Gang van het huis aan Singel 256, Amsterdam, Nederland Possibly 1899

This stereoscopic photograph presents an interior view of Singel 256 in Amsterdam, and was created by Adrianus Scheltema-Beduin, between 1890 and 1940. The image, with its stark, almost clinical aesthetic, resonates with the socio-economic transformations occurring during that period. The rigid hallway, framed through the dual lenses of the stereoscope, offers a glimpse into the spatial politics of Dutch society, reflecting the stark divisions between public and private spheres. Note the subtle presence of rugs which demarcate spaces while muting sound. The photograph invites us to reflect on the construction of domestic space and the silent narratives embedded in the architecture of everyday life. What does it mean to call a space home?