Suez II c. 1900 - 1910

"Suez II" is a black and white photograph by Henricus Jacobus Tollens, taken sometime between 1900 and 1910. It features a dredger, a type of boat used for deepening waterways and harbors, docked in a harbor. The image is a detailed documentation of the vessel, capturing its size and the intricate details of its design. The photograph highlights the industrial development and maritime activities of the early 20th century, and provides a glimpse into the importance of dredging for maintaining navigable waterways. This piece exemplifies Tollens' penchant for capturing technical and industrial subjects, making it a valuable record of early 20th-century engineering.