The early 20th century was a time of wonder. Photography has gradually taken root in the art world, and many creative minds have turned to it to document the world around them. One of them was German photographer August Sander, who decided to achieve something far more ambitious (and somewhat authoritarian): he wanted to photograph a whole country. Considered to be the most important creator of that time, his work continues to have a sway even today. But was his idea so novel that it requires a place even now?
