Schip in droogdok 1940 - 1943

"Schip in droogdok" (Ship in dry dock) is a photograph from an anonymous photographer created between 1940 and 1943, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The photograph depicts a ship's bow as it rests in a dry dock, supported by wooden blocks and rails. The stark black and white tones create a sense of realism, capturing a moment in wartime industry, likely in the Netherlands. This snapshot provides a glimpse into the challenges of ship maintenance during a time of conflict.