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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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