Zuidzijde van Kasteel Neubourg te Gulpen 1890 - 1920

This photograph shows the Zuidzijde van Kasteel Neubourg te Gulpen, and was made with a camera by an anonymous photographer. I’m wondering, what was it like to stand there and capture this image? It's very muted in tone, almost sepia, like the feeling of looking back in time. The building is solid and robust, and the lines are sharp and distinct, with each stone carefully placed. The light is soft and diffused, giving the scene a dreamy, ethereal quality. This makes me think about the patience required, waiting for the right moment, the right angle, the right light. It reminds me a little bit of the Bechers, who photographed industrial buildings with that same evenness of tone and focus. These days, photography is so instant, so easy. But back then, it was a whole different ball game. It’s a reminder of the dedication and skill that went into capturing these images.