Kap van het station te Hannover 1866 - 1868

Isaac Gosschalk made this sketch of the roof of Hannover Station using graphite on paper. It's a simple medium, but the choice speaks volumes about the era's rapid industrialization. Graphite, born from the earth and refined through labor, mirrors the station itself – a hub of movement and commerce. The sketch captures the station's iron structure, which protected passengers from the elements. Each line, though quickly drawn, hints at the weight and scale of the iron girders overhead. The marks speak to the skilled labor involved in the station's construction; from the mining of raw materials to the assembly of complex structures. This drawing isn't just a representation, it's a testament to a period where industry and human endeavor intersected. We are reminded that progress is measured in more than just technological advancements. It's reflected in the lives and hands of those who built the world around us.