Doorkijk op een straat before 1899

This photograph, titled "Doorkijk op een straat," was made by Joh. H. Holm, though its exact date remains unknown. Likely created using traditional photographic techniques involving glass plate negatives and chemical development, the sepia tone indicates the materials used were sensitive to blue and green light. Consider the labor involved: from preparing the photographic plates to the physical act of capturing the image, each step demands careful skill and attention. The image itself offers a view through an archway, suggesting a deliberate framing of the scene. A bicycle is parked to the side, perhaps belonging to the photographer himself. The photograph's monochromatic palette gives it an antique quality, a reminder of the historical processes involved in its creation. This piece invites us to appreciate photography not just as a medium for capturing reality, but as a labor-intensive craft. It challenges our perception of photography, revealing the artistry and skill involved in its making.