Man met met een paard op een binnenplaats c. 1875 - 1900

'Man met met een paard op een binnenplaats' is a photograph by Willem Frederik Vinkenbos. During the time that Vinkenbos was active, the Netherlands was undergoing significant social and economic changes, with industrialization and urbanization transforming the country. Images of working-class individuals, such as the man featured here, offer insights into the lives of ordinary people. The photograph also reflects the relationship between humans and animals in Dutch society. In this image, the horse stands tall and proud as the man is looking up towards the horse, a possible power dynamic. The cultural relationship that this image illuminates is interesting to consider because men use horses for labor as well as for companionship. The black and white image provides an authentic glimpse into a specific cultural context, inviting reflection on the personal and emotional ties that bind individuals to their surroundings.