Start van de race Parijs-Amsterdam voor automobielen Possibly 1898

This photograph, "Start van de race Parijs-Amsterdam voor automobielen," by Delizy, captures a moment in history. Taken in 1898, the image shows the start of the Paris-Amsterdam automobile race. The photograph depicts a line of horseless carriages racing down a tree-lined road with a lone spectator observing the competition. This photo documents the early days of the automobile and its impact on society, providing a glimpse into the development of a new era of transportation. This piece is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum.