Two knots an hour before 1908

"Two knots an hour," a photograph taken before 1908 by Dutch photographer Geldolph Adriaan Kessler, is a snapshot of a group of people standing on a boat. The photograph captures a moment of leisure, highlighting the social dynamics of the group. The composition is informal and intimate, emphasizing the casual nature of their gathering. The photograph is housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing a glimpse into the lives of the Dutch elite during the early 20th century. This photograph exemplifies the genre of portraiture and snapshot photography, popular in the early 20th century, offering a valuable document of social history.