Interieur van de vestibule van Veerkade 15 te Den Haag 1903

This photograph of the vestibule was taken at Veerkade 15 in The Hague, in April 1903. The image is bleached out and hazy, as though something has been lost or forgotten. What was it like to stand here, in this half-demolished room? This photograph almost feels like an abstract painting, where the focus isn't on the details, but on the overall impression and mood. The repetition of the windows and doorframes create a sense of rhythm. The sepia tone and softness evoke a feeling of nostalgia, reminding us of a time long gone. I imagine the photographer wanting to preserve a memory, to capture the essence of a place that's about to change forever. It makes me think about how all artists are archivists of sorts, preserving fleeting moments, emotions, and ideas through their work.