Groepsportret van meisjes die zijn verkleed in militaire kostuums, met opgeplakte snorren, sigaretten en laarzen c. 1897 - 1940

This photograph, taken by Willem Hendrik Dikkenberg around the turn of the 20th century, captures a group of young women dressed in military attire. The women, likely friends or family members, pose playfully, sporting fake mustaches and cigarettes, subverting traditional gender roles. This humorous, yet slightly subversive, photograph showcases Dikkenberg's ability to capture the spirit of his time. The image is a snapshot of a moment in history where societal norms were being questioned, and the female subjects playfully embraced a typically masculine image. The photograph is housed at the Rijksmuseum, a testament to its historical and artistic significance.