Fotoalbum met vakantiefoto's van het echtpaar Berti Hoppe en Herman Besselaar, genomen in Nederland en Oost-Europa tussen 1929 en 1931 after 1929

This photo album was assembled by Berti Hoppe from 1929 to 1931, full of vacation pictures of her and her partner, Herman Besselaar. It’s like Hoppe approached making this album as a process; each element contributing to a larger narrative, a journey mapped out not just geographically but emotionally. The album's surface has this leathery texture, a dark, unassuming brown that hints at the stories it holds. The cover feels almost topographical, a landscape in miniature that invites touch, and suggests age and experience. Notice how the light catches on those subtle ridges and valleys, creating shadows that deepen the sense of depth. Look at the binding, and how the thread almost tenderly embraces the pages, holding the entire history together, so delicate. Think of the work of someone like Moyra Davey, and her interest in the personal and the overlooked. Like Davey, Berti Hoppe invites us to find meaning in the everyday, revealing the depth of human connection and experience. This album isn't just a container for memories; it's a testament to the enduring power of love, adventure, and remembrance.