Intereur met hangend gevogelte c. 1865 - 1900

"Intérieur met hangend gevogelte" (Interior with hanging poultry) is a black and white photograph by Dutch artist Laurens Lodewijk Kleijn, dating back to the late 19th century. This small-scale photographic work showcases Kleijn's interest in still life, capturing a simple scene of a dead bird hanging in an interior setting, likely a kitchen or pantry. The image's composition emphasizes the bird's lifeless form, suspended in the air against a backdrop of foliage and a partially visible tiled surface. This photograph exemplifies the development of photography as a means of artistic expression, showcasing the photographer's ability to capture the subtle details and nuances of everyday life, which was a common theme in still life paintings of the time.