Scheidingsschakelaar in een electriciteitspaal 1936

"Scheidingsschakelaar in een electriciteitspaal" (Separation Switch in an Electricity Pole) is a 1936 photograph by Wouter Cool. It shows a close-up view of a separation switch on an electricity pole, capturing the intricate details of the industrial infrastructure. The image is a testament to Cool's interest in the modernization of society and the influence of technology on daily life. The black and white photograph, with its stark contrasts and graphic composition, exemplifies his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the beauty of everyday objects. This photograph is an example of the New Objectivity movement that was popular in Germany during the 1920s and 1930s, which focused on depicting the world realistically and objectively.