Stroomversnellingen 1925 - 1935

These photographs titled Stroomversnellingen, or Rapids in English, offer a glimpse into a specific time and place, raising questions about the social and institutional contexts in which they were made and viewed. The images depict scenes of waterways, likely somewhere in a colonial territory, judging by the presence of the boat bearing the flag of France. The photographs appear to show a mixture of leisure and labor, with some figures seemingly engaged in recreational activities while others are fishing, perhaps for sustenance. What is the relationship between these groups? Understanding the full meaning of these images requires further investigation of their historical background. By consulting archives, personal papers, and colonial records, we can gain insights into the photographer's motivations, the subjects' identities, and the power dynamics at play in this colonial encounter.