Stroomversnellingen bij Moengo 1925 - 1935

Here we have two black and white photographs of 'Stroomversnellingen bij Moengo', or rapids at Moengo, taken by an anonymous photographer. Moengo is a town in Suriname, South America, known for its history of bauxite mining. These images, with their focus on the natural landscape and solitary figures amidst the rushing water, evoke a sense of both tranquility and the raw power of nature. The rapids, a source of life and energy, stand in stark contrast to the extractive industries that have shaped the region's economy and social fabric. The anonymity of the photographer invites us to reflect on whose stories are told and whose are left untold. Who was this person capturing these scenes, and what perspective did they bring to their work? What is shown and what is hidden? Consider these questions as you observe the interplay between the landscape and the human presence within it, and perhaps you will uncover deeper stories about place, identity, and representation.