Gezicht op het Paleis voor Volksvlijt c. 1860 - 1900

This photograph, "Gezicht op het Paleis voor Volksvlijt," by Dutch photographer Andries Jager, depicts the Palace for Industry and Labour, a prominent 19th-century building in Amsterdam. Taken between 1860 and 1900, the image captures the building’s ornate facade, characterized by a central dome and a series of arches. The scene is composed with a foreground of trees and a small group of figures, suggesting a leisurely afternoon in the park surrounding the palace. The photograph offers a glimpse into the architectural grandeur of Amsterdam during a time of rapid urbanization.