Boekenkraam van Aäron Eliazer van Kollem in de Oudemanhuispoort c. 1905

This vintage photograph, taken around 1905 by Knackstedt & Näther, captures the bustling scene of Aäron Eliazer van Kollem's bookstall in Amsterdam's Oudemanhuispoort. The image shows a variety of books displayed on tables, with several people browsing and a lantern casting a warm glow over the scene. The photograph is a snapshot of a time when bookselling was a popular and lively activity in the city, highlighting the historic significance of the Oudemanhuispoort as a hub for book lovers. This nostalgic image offers a glimpse into a bygone era of Amsterdam's cultural landscape.