Stoomschip 'Alkmaar-Packet' op de Achterzaan in Zaandam, het schip vaart uit de sluis 1904

This 1904 photograph by British photographer James Higson, depicts the steamship "Alkmaar-Packet" leaving a lock on the Achterzaan canal in Zaandam, Netherlands. The image, taken from the perspective of the canal's edge, provides a detailed view of the ship, its name clearly visible, as it departs from the lock and navigates the waterway. Higson, known for his keen eye for capturing everyday scenes, masterfully showcases the industrial landscape of the Zaandam canal, reflecting the dynamic nature of the region's shipping industry.