Twee onbekende jonge mannen op een buitentrap 1889 - 1893

This photographic print capturing "Two Unknown Young Men on an Outdoor Staircase" was created by Johanna Margaretha Piek, who lived from 1870 to 1947. Piek, as a female artist navigating the late 19th and early 20th centuries, would have been working within a patriarchal society that often marginalized women's contributions to the arts. The two men are presented in formal attire, likely signaling a certain social standing. Yet, their identities remain unknown, which invites questions about the narratives and histories that are often lost or overlooked. Consider the constraints placed on individuals based on gender, class, and social status during the time this photograph was taken. Piek's work prompts us to reflect on the stories that photography can tell, and the stories that remain untold. It’s a poignant look into a moment framed by societal expectations, and the ever-present question of who gets to be remembered.