Portret van een jonge vrouw met witte klederdrachtmuts en halsketting 1885 - 1906

This is a photograph by W.G. Kuijer & Zonen titled 'Portret van een jonge vrouw met witte klederdrachtmuts en halsketting' which translates to 'Portrait of a young woman with white traditional dress hat and necklace'. This image offers a glimpse into the cultural and social landscape of the Netherlands during the period when photography was emerging as a powerful tool for representation. The sitter's traditional attire and necklace speak to the visual codes of regional identity, while the format of the photograph suggests a culture of collecting and display. Photographs like this one provide valuable insights into the ways people sought to represent themselves and their communities. By exploring studio records, local histories, and costume collections, we can unpack the social meanings embedded in this image and better understand the cultural values of the time. Ultimately, this photograph reminds us that art is not created in a vacuum, but is deeply intertwined with the social and institutional forces that shape it.