Oorkonde ter gelegenheid van de feestelijke ingebruikstelling van de pijpleiding 1935

This document commemorates the festive commissioning of a pipeline. Although the artist remains anonymous, the historical context of this piece speaks volumes. This formal document acknowledges the collaboration of various entities—companies, municipalities—in a shared industrial endeavor. The signatures transform it into a collective portrait of those involved, offering a glimpse into the power structures of the time. Its creation points to a period marked by industrial expansion, with all the societal and environmental impacts that accompanied it. The formal language and presentation suggest an effort to frame these developments within a narrative of progress. The document is not just a record of an event; it's a reflection of the values and priorities of a society undergoing significant transformation. This piece invites us to consider who benefits from such "progress," and at what cost?