Gezicht op de westzijde van de Haven te Schoonhoven 1882

"Gezicht op de westzijde van de Haven te Schoonhoven" (View of the West Side of the Harbor in Schoonhoven) is a photograph captured in 1882 by Dutch photographer Lodewijk Hendrikus Serré. The photograph showcases a picturesque view of a canal lined with trees and traditional brick buildings. The composition emphasizes the reflections of the buildings and trees in the water, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. Serré's meticulous documentation of the urban landscape exemplifies the rise of photography as a means of capturing everyday life in the late 19th century.