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Ed van der Elsken
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Gina Kruiswegt tussen jongemannen op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

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Gina Kruiswegt tussen jongemannen op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-19-10

This black and white photograph captures a candid moment at what appears to be an evening social gathering or event. A group of people is seen in the background, with some individuals standing out due to their proximity to the camera lens and their expressive body language. In the foreground, on the left side, there's a man who seems blurred as if he were moving quickly through the crowd. His expression is not clearly visible but suggests motion or surprise. In the center of the image stands another individual, possibly female based on clothing and hairstyle, looking directly at the camera with an expressive facial gesture that might be interpreted as speaking or reacting to something out-of-frame. To her right, there's a person in dark attire wearing what appears to be a suit jacket with a pin on it. This figure has their head slightly tilted downward but is also facing towards the camera. The background features additional figures who are somewhat indistinct due to the depth

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #ginakruiswegt #ginakruiswegttussen #newyearseve

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Ed van der Elsken
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1 mese fa

Schaatsen op de Geldersekade, gezien van brug op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

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Schaatsen op de Geldersekade, gezien van brug op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-10-57

The image captures a historical winter scene of people engaging in outdoor activities on a snow-covered canal. Individuals are scattered across the frozen water, with some walking and others using what appear to be ice skates or perhaps early forms of rollerblades. The setting is urban, as evidenced by rows of buildings lining both sides of the canal. In the distance stands an iconic structure that resembles St. Nicholas Church in Amsterdam, suggesting this scene takes place there during a winter period when snowfall was not uncommon. The photo is monochrome and shows signs of age with its grainy texture, which may indicate it's several decades old. The lighting seems to come from overcast skies or possibly street lamps, as the overall atmosphere has a muted quality typical of cold weather conditions at dusk or dawn during winter months in Europe. There are boats moored along the canal edges, and some individuals appear to be pushing sleds or skates. The image is credited with "S

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #europe #dutch #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #stnicholaschurch

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Dansen op de Zeedijk tijdens kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1961

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Dansen op de Zeedijk tijdens kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1961

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-19-13

The image captures a lively scene from what appears to be an evening street festival in Amsterdam, specifically on the Nieuwmarkt during kermis. It is presented as a monochrome photograph that conveys a sense of movement and social interaction among people dressed in mid-20th-century attire. The focus centers around several couples dancing or walking through illuminated decorations suspended above them, which resemble oversized chandeliers with numerous light bulbs creating a radiant atmosphere. The crowd includes both men and women wearing coats, dresses, and suits typical of the era's fashion trends for winter evenings. Some individuals are engaged in conversation while others dance, adding to the festive vibe captured by van der Elsken. The street is bustling with people moving in various directions, some blurred due to motion or focus effects, which contributes to a dynamic composition. The photograph exudes an urban warmth and social engagement characteristic of kermis event

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #zeedijk

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Ed van der Elsken
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Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, tijdens de kermis, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, tijdens de kermis, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-19-12

The image depicts a bustling street scene in Amsterdam during what appears to be the 1950s or early '60s. In the foreground, two individuals are standing on the sidewalk: one is dressed in military attire with a cap and gloves, while the other is wearing a light-colored dress and holding a handbag. They seem engaged in conversation. Behind them, several people can be seen walking along the street; their styles of clothing suggest they may have been shopping or going about daily activities. The buildings lining the street are traditional Dutch architecture with storefronts at ground level. One noticeable feature is the "KSKOFFIEHUIS" sign above a shop on the right side of the image, indicating it was likely a coffee house common in Amsterdam during that era. There's also a man pushing what appears to be an ice cream cart labeled 'VS' (US), with two signs hanging from its sides; one is partially visible but reads "VODKA". The street itself has cobblestones and various vendors can b

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #dutch #nieuwmarkt

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Kussend stel op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1971 - 1990

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Kussend stel op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1971 - 1990

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-10-68

The image depicts a black and white street scene with several individuals engaging in various activities. In the foreground, there is an older man on the left side of the frame wearing glasses and a coat, looking away from the camera towards something out of view. Beside him stands a small child who appears to be gazing at his shoes or possibly examining them closely. In the middle ground, we see another individual bending down near what seems like a food stand with compartments labeled "Altijd Prijs" (Always Price), suggesting it may offer fixed price items. This person is wearing glasses and has curly hair; they are engaged in an activity involving their hand reaching towards something within one of the compartments. There's also someone standing opposite to this individual, facing away from the camera, potentially interacting with or observing them. The background shows a street setting with various objects like vending machines lining what appears to be a market area. The

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #edvanderelskens #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #kussend #altijdprijs

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Opgezet 'Wonderkalf' met dubbelkop tentoongesteld op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1960 - 1969

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Opgezet 'Wonderkalf' met dubbelkop tentoongesteld op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1960 - 1969

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-19-21

The image is a black and white photograph displaying the mounted head of what appears to be a horse. It's affixed onto a vertical wooden stake, which stands against a dark backdrop that could suggest either an indoor setting or nighttime. The background has crinkled texture reminiscent of fabric material, possibly indicating it might have been draped over something like a tent for display purposes. The mounted head is detailed and realistic with notable features such as the eyes, ears, nostrils, mane, and patches on its coat which are clearly visible despite being in monochrome. The patchwork appears to be white or light-colored against what could potentially be brownish fur. It's an intriguing image that seems out of context due to its unusual subject matter. In terms of additional information about this particular photograph: it is tagged as 'Wonderkalf' and was featured at a fair on Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, captured by Ed van der Elsken between 1960-1969. This piece likely has

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #wonderkalf

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Margriet Swart en een groep jongeren met motorfietsen op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

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Margriet Swart en een groep jongeren met motorfietsen op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-10-69

The image captures a group of individuals gathered at night-time, in what appears to be an amusement park or fairground setting. The scene is bustling with activity and includes several people standing around two older motorcycles which are the focal points within this social gathering. These motorbikes have visible kickstands down indicating they might be parked for some time. Around these central figures, a mix of adults can be seen engaging in various activities; one person appears to be gesturing or pointing towards something out of frame while others look on attentively. The attire suggests it is cold weather as many individuals are dressed warmly in coats and jackets. In the background, there's an illuminated carousel with its traditional wooden horses and lights creating a festive atmosphere. Adjacent to this attraction stands another large vehicle that looks like a caravan or trailer, labeled "STALLING". This indicates possible commercial activity at the fairground such a

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #margrietswart

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Opgezet 'Wonderkalf' met dubbelkop en een opgezette zeehond tentoongesteld op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1960 - 1969

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Opgezet 'Wonderkalf' met dubbelkop en een opgezette zeehond tentoongesteld op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1960 - 1969

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-10-55

The image depicts a black and white photograph with Dutch text on an easel, displaying two animals. On the left is a cow standing with its head turned towards something out of frame; it has distinctive black patches over its eyes resembling eyebrows or eyelashes, adding to its human-like expression. To the right lies a seal pup in repose beside another sign that reads "Wonderkalf" and describes what appears as an abnormal condition, referencing 'dubbelkop' which means double horned. The background is dark with no discernible details beyond this setting. This photograph captures elements of surprise or curiosity, possibly hinting at the juxtaposition between domesticated livestock and marine life in a humanized context within a fairground exhibition space as suggested by the reference to Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam.

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #dutch #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #wonderkalf

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Gina en Sonja Kruiswegt op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

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Gina en Sonja Kruiswegt op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-299-39-15

The image is a black and white photograph showing four individuals in what appears to be an outdoor setting, possibly at a fair or amusement park. On the left side of the photo, there are two women standing close together; one woman has her arm around the other's shoulder, suggesting familiarity between them. They both have dark hair, with one wearing a light-colored blouse and darker skirt while the other is in a white top and dark dress. In front of these individuals stands an older man, likely middle-aged or elderly, dressed in casual attire that includes trousers and what seems to be a vest; his expression suggests he might be conversing with them. To the right, there's another individual who appears to be smoking while engaging in conversation, possibly with one of the women on the left. This person is wearing dark pants, a lighter-colored sweater, and has their arm extended as if gesturing during speech or pointing at something off-camera. The background includes an umbrella-c

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #sonjakruiswegtopde

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1960 - c. 1970

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Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1960 - c. 1970

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-299-39-12

The image depicts a black and white photograph of an urban scene, likely from the mid-20th century. It features Gothic-style architecture with pointed spires and steeples in the foreground, which appears to be an old building possibly used as a town hall or courthouse due to its prominent design and central position. In front of this structure is a busy street filled with various types of vehicles including cars from different eras—indicating that this photo might capture a transitional period between older automobiles and more modern ones. There's also a vintage Volkswagen bus, which suggests the time frame could be around 1960s to early '70s. Pedestrians are seen on the street; some appear to be walking while others may be standing or moving about in groups. The clothing of these individuals seems consistent with mid-20th-century fashion—suggesting a cool climate as most people seem dressed for cooler weather, perhaps autumn or spring. The background includes other buildings

#european #photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #europe #paris #volkswagen #nieuwmarkt #nieuwmarktsquare

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Ed van der Elsken
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Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, tijdens de kermis, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

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Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, tijdens de kermis, Ed van der Elsken, 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-5-2

The image depicts a bustling street scene with various individuals and storefronts. In the foreground, there's an older photo of people on the sidewalk; one man is standing with his hands behind his back wearing military attire from what appears to be around World War II era uniform design—indicative perhaps of occupation forces given context clues like "US" signage—a woman in a light-colored sweater and skirt walks by. The street has brick paving, and multiple people are present going about their day; some appear to be soldiers or officials based on the uniforms one man is wearing. Buildings with European architecture line the streets, including storefronts labeled with Dutch names like "SKOFFIE" indicating cafes ("coffee houses") common in Amsterdam's historic city center. One such establishment has an English translation sign saying "Lingerie BEJO," suggesting a mix of local and international goods or services offered at this location. The image is black-and-white, which adds

#european #photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #english #dutch #worldwarii #edvanderelskens #kermis #nieuwmarkt #skoffie

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Ed van der Elsken
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2 mesi fa

Meisje op de kermis, Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken (attributed to), 1958

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Meisje op de kermis, Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken (attributed to), 1958

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-5-8

The image is a black and white photograph of a woman with voluminous, tousled hair. She wears large hoop earrings and what appears to be a dark coat or jacket with the collar up around her neck. The lighting accentuates the texture of her hair and creates shadows that give depth to her features. There's no discernible background as it is blurred out; the focus remains on the woman herself. This photograph has a candid, spontaneous feel typically associated with street photography from mid-20th century Europe or North America.

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #europe #northamerica #nieuwmarkt

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Ed van der Elsken
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Op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1961

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Op de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1961

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-5-83

The image is a black and white photograph showing two people in an embrace. On the left, there's a woman wearing goggles on her head, possibly suggesting she might be involved with aviation or sports like flying. She has dark hair pulled back into what appears to be a bun under her cap. The man beside her seems older; he is dressed in a leather jacket and wears glasses around his neck, indicative of the era when such wear was fashionable among certain demographics—possibly pilots as well due to its durability. Behind them are various signs: one that reads 'ZHB' above what appears to be an owl or cat figure, another indicating something about drinking alcohol with caution ('DRINK IN MODERATION') and a partial view of the word 'KO'. It suggests this could be taken outside a bar or pub. The presence of these elements indicates a casual social setting. The background includes part of a curtain with some printed images on it; one notably shows what seems to be a man's face, perhaps an

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #nieuwmarkt #munsellcolor

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Ed van der Elsken
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Bezoekers van de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, in de ronddraaiende ‘Cyclotron’, Ed van der Elsken, 1959

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Bezoekers van de kermis op de Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, in de ronddraaiende ‘Cyclotron’, Ed van der Elsken, 1959

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-242-5-87

The image is a black and white photograph that captures an overhead view of several people lying down on the ground. They appear to be resting or sleeping, with their heads close together in various orientations, suggesting a casual or possibly spontaneous gathering. The individuals are dressed in different styles of clothing such as dresses, skirts, blouses, and trousers, indicating varied attire which could suggest multiple social contexts or time periods. The image is grainy, consistent with older photography techniques, and the lighting creates shadows that stretch from some figures onto others. There's a clear texture to what appears to be an outdoor ground surface beneath them, perhaps pavement, adding to the candidness of the scene. The photo does not convey any explicit context or background story but could imply themes like communal rest after activity, possibly at a public event given historical photographs often documented social gatherings. This photograph is linked w

#photography #amsterdam #fotografie #edvanderelsken #denieuwmarkt #bezoekersvande #nieuwmarkt #cyclotron

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