Groepsportret van vijf meisjes in klederdracht, vermoedelijk in Volendam c. 1900 - 1910

This photograph, taken by G. Hidderley around the turn of the 20th century, features a group portrait of five young girls in traditional Dutch clothing, likely from Volendam. The girls are posed in a row, wearing white caps and patterned dresses. Their serious expressions and formal attire create a timeless, classic aesthetic that captures a moment in Dutch cultural history. The photograph's small dimensions, reminiscent of a snapshot, add an intimate quality to the image. The scene is reminiscent of the popular "Volendam style" of portraiture, often featuring local residents in their traditional clothing. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these young girls, a moment frozen in time.