Schepen varen door het Suezkanaal c. 1880 - 1900

This black and white photograph, "Schepen varen door het Suezkanaal" (Ships sailing through the Suez Canal) by C. & G. Zangaki, captures the moment of two ships traversing the Suez Canal, a significant waterway that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea. Taken sometime between 1880 and 1900, this image showcases the early era of steamship travel and the importance of the canal in global trade and transportation. The detailed depiction of the ships, including their rigging and masts, provides a glimpse into the maritime technology of the late 19th century. The photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a compelling visual record of a pivotal moment in maritime history.