Zeilboten bij de sluis van Ismailia 1870 - 1910

Here we see a photograph by C. & G. Zangaki depicting sailboats at the lock of Ismailia. Water and boats are powerful symbols of journeys and passages, both physical and spiritual. Consider the iconography of boats throughout history. From ancient Egyptian barques ferrying souls to the afterlife, to the ships of explorers charting new worlds, vessels have always represented transitions and the crossing of boundaries. Water, often seen as a symbol of the subconscious, complements this idea. The presence of boats and water can tap into our collective unconscious, evoking feelings of adventure, risk, and the unknown. The act of sailing, like life itself, involves navigating unpredictable waters, adapting to changing winds, and striving towards a destination that may shift with the tides. This image speaks to our deep-seated desire for exploration. Just as the waters of Ismailia connect different lands, our own histories are interwoven.