Uitzicht op een brug in Venetië vanuit een gondel 1889 - 1893

This photograph, "View of a Bridge in Venice from a Gondola," was captured by Johanna Margaretha Piek, sometime near the turn of the 20th century. As a female artist in this era, Piek navigated a field that often marginalized women, using photography to assert her perspective and presence. This image offers an intimate, almost visceral experience of Venice. We’re not standing on solid ground, but floating, gazing at the city from the unique vantage point of a gondola. The dark foreground of the boat contrasts with the bright buildings and the figures on the bridge, creating a sense of depth. The photograph doesn't just show us Venice; it invites us to feel it. Venice, a city built on water, has always been a space of fluidity and transition. Piek's photograph captures this essence, reminding us of the transient nature of experience and the power of art to preserve fleeting moments.