This original Verkade picture album " Along the Zuiderzee" from 1914 is a beautifully illustrated collector's album, written by Jac. P. Thijsse and published by the biscuit and chocolate manufacturer Verkade. This album is part of the beloved Verkade album series, which allowed customers to collect pictures to paste into the book.
In "Along the Zuiderzee," Thijsse takes the reader on a captivating journey of discovery around the former Zuiderzee, from Enkhuizen in North Holland to the Frisian and Overijssel coasts and islands. He vividly describes the landscape, the flora and fauna, and life in the characteristic fishing villages such as Volendam, Marken, and Urk. The text is enhanced by beautiful illustrations and picturesque watercolors by artists such as Jan Voerman Sr., who masterfully capture the atmosphere and natural beauty of the region.
This album not only offers a nostalgic glimpse into the Netherlands at the beginning of the 20th century, but is also a valuable historical document about an era before the construction of the Afsluitdijk, when the Zuiderzee still had an open connection to the North Sea.
For collectors of Verkade albums and enthusiasts of Dutch natural and cultural history, Langs de Zuiderzee is a highly sought-after and valuable collector's item.
All the pictures are glued into the album. The book is intact with no major tears or damage.
Due to the age of the albums, there will be some signs of wear, such as discoloration on the pages, age spots, and small tears in the cover and pages. But nothing major that will detract from the enjoyment of reading and viewing the book.
The album measures 24x30 cm.
