Monument voor koning Leopold I van België in Brussel, België 1884 - 1914

This 19th century photograph by Gustave Hermans depicts the Monument for King Leopold I of Belgium in Brussels. Completed in 1914, the monument features a tall Gothic spire and intricate architectural details. The monument stands on a platform, and is surrounded by trees and a small group of people. The photo captures the impressive scale and detail of the monument, which was a symbol of Belgian nationalism and royal power. The photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the architecture and landscape of Brussels in the early 20th century.