Fotoalbum met 51 foto's, Duits 1860 - 1900

This is an album with 51 photographs, of unknown date and authorship, although we know it originates from Germany. The album stands as a poignant artifact, inviting reflection on identity, memory, and representation within the intimate sphere of the family. Bound in an ornately decorated cover, the album’s visual language speaks of a desire to preserve and enshrine personal histories. As we turn its pages, we are confronted with questions about who is included, and perhaps more importantly, who is excluded. Each photograph represents a carefully curated narrative, reflecting the values, aspirations, and social norms of its time. In thinking about the anonymous photographer, consider the role of photography in shaping perceptions of self and other. The photographs encourage us to reflect on how such visual archives contribute to the construction of identity, both individual and collective, within the context of a family history.