Esther Scholten — De Noordzee

Amsterdam: De Vierde Wand. First edition, first printing. 32 pp., 20,5 x 15,5. Condition: As New. Without dust jacket (as issued). De Noordzee is a photographic publication by Esther Scholten that presents a curated selection of images from the Fotocollectie Nederland. The work focuses on the historical and cultural relationship between the Dutch people and the sea, illustrating how deeply their identity and history are intertwined with the maritime environment. The book features photographs by several notable photographers, including Carel Blazer, Emmy Andriesse, Rineke Dijkstra, Ad Windig, and Bernard Eilers, among others. By showcasing these images, the publication explores themes of struggle, connection, and coexistence with the water that has shaped the Netherlands' geography and heritage. It serves as a visual exploration of the Dutch maritime legacy through the lens of one of the country's significant photographic archives.