De Toekomst is a former strawboard factory in East Groningen, Scheemda. and was built in 1900 to bring economic prosperity to the region. Unfortunately, all did not work out as hoped and the production of strawboard was discontinued in 1968.
The factory fell into disrepair over time because the then owner did not perform any maintenance. In 2009, renovation work was finally started. However, many of the old machines can still be found there in their original state, including these ovens.
The light provides a nice contrast between light and shadow. This gives the photo something mysterious and slightly gloomy. At the same time, the robustness of the ovens reminds one of better times of prosperity.
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Germany
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