Zuidwal te Delft c. 1900 - 1940

This stereoscopic card shows the Zuidwal area in Delft, Holland, and was created by NGP. The Netherlands has long been associated with windmills, and this image provides a window into a time when they were still a prominent part of the Dutch landscape and economy. Stereoscopic images like this were popular from the mid-19th century onward, offering viewers a sense of depth and immersion. But this technology also helped shape cultural perceptions and understandings of the world, and so it's worth considering how the choice to depict this particular scene, with its traditional architecture and reliance on wind power, may reflect broader societal values. How does it feel to look at this slice of Dutch history? The peaceful scene invites us to reflect on the relationship between progress and preservation, and how we balance our respect for the past with our aspirations for the future.