Amsterdam. Driehoekstraat 1875 - 1930

This photograph of Amsterdam's Driehoekstraat captures a scene shrouded in mystery and shadow. Just imagine the photographer, whoever they were, wandering the quiet streets at night, captivated by the solitary glow of a gas lamp illuminating the cobblestone pavement. It's fascinating to think about what they might have been thinking, what they were drawn to in this particular moment. Maybe it was the way the light cast long, dramatic shadows, or the quiet stillness of the city at night. I feel a sense of loneliness looking at this, yet the light from the windows suggests lives inside, huddled together in warmth and chatter. I wonder how this relates to other images they made, to the work of other photographers exploring similar themes. The way they framed the scene, the choices they made about exposure and composition, all contribute to the mood and atmosphere of the photograph. Photography, like painting, involves uncertainty, allowing for endless interpretations.