Young Dutch Girl - Arnhem
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Young Dutch Girl - Arnhem
Young Dutch Girl - Arnhem wearing traditional costume including lace headscarf and clogs on he feet. Date: circa 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming photograph captures the image of a young Dutch girl, likely from the city of Arnhem in the Netherlands, dressed in traditional clothing from the 1920s. The girl sits comfortably on the steps, her curious expression and playful pose adding a touch of innocence and joy to the image. The young Dutch girl wears a beautiful traditional costume that includes a lace headscarf, intricately patterned fabric dress, and traditional clogs on her feet. The lace headscarf, known as a "kap" in Dutch, is a common element of traditional Dutch clothing and was worn by women and girls to cover their hair. The dress, made of heavy, flowing fabric, is adorned with delicate floral patterns that are typical of Dutch textiles from this era. The clogs, or "klompen," are a traditional Dutch form of footwear that have been worn for centuries. They are made from wood and have a distinctive shape, with a flat bottom and a rounded toe. The clogs were once a practical choice for people living in the marshy areas of the Netherlands, as they were easy to make and provided good insulation from the cold. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural history of the Netherlands and the traditional clothing that was once worn by its people. The young girl's cheerful expression and the beautiful details of her traditional costume make this a captivating and timeless image.
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