Isabel Wachenheimer, Else Wachenheimer-Moos en tante Trüde in de tuin, oktober 1934 1934

This photograph, "Isabel Wachenheimer, Else Wachenheimer-Moos en tante Trüde in de tuin," was captured in October 1934 by an anonymous photographer. The silver gelatin printing process transforms light reflecting off the subjects into a tangible object. Photography democratized portraiture, making it accessible beyond the elite, yet this photograph’s material presence tells a deeper story. The careful composition and preservation hint at its value to the family, a poignant counterpoint to the era's unfolding events. As a multiple, each print gains significance as a unique artifact. We must consider the social context embedded in the very act of making, and preserving, this image. This seemingly simple photograph becomes a profound artifact, encapsulating personal narratives intertwined with broader social forces.