Twee olifanten met hun verzorger in de Rotterdamsche Diergaarde 1857 - 1900

Johanna Antonia Gerstenhauer Zimmerman captured a moment in the Rotterdamsche Diergaarde (Rotterdam Zoo) between 1857 and 1900. The photograph shows two elephants, a keeper, and their enclosure. The building in the background has a simple wooden structure, characteristic of early zoo design. The image is a snapshot of 19th-century zoo life, showcasing the popularity of exotic animals and the close relationship between keepers and their charges. The photo's small size, measuring 103mm by 165mm, highlights the intimate nature of the scene and the personal connection between the photographer and the subject.