Gezicht op een markthal in aanbouw in Durban 1901

"Gezicht op een markthal in aanbouw in Durban," a stereoscopic photograph by Underwood & Underwood, captures the bustling scene of a market hall under construction in Durban, South Africa, in 1901. This sepia-toned image, measuring 88 mm high and 178 mm wide, offers a detailed view of the building process, with scaffolding and construction materials surrounding the structure. The busy street below is filled with horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians, highlighting the energy and activity of the era. The use of stereoscopic photography adds a sense of depth and realism to the scene, immersing the viewer in the historical context of early 20th-century Durban.