Start van de race Parijs-Amsterdam voor automobielen met links in de automobiel barones Hélène van Zuylen van Nijevelt van de Haar Possibly 1898

This photograph, possibly taken in 1898 by Delizy, captures a moment from the start of the Paris-Amsterdam automobile race. The image features Barones Hélène van Zuylen van Nijevelt van de Haar, a prominent figure in Dutch society, seated in the front of a car with a fellow passenger. Surrounding the car are onlookers, capturing the excitement and novelty of this early motoring event. The black and white photograph provides a glimpse into the history of early automobiles and the evolving role of women in a rapidly changing society. This piece is an excellent example of early photojournalism, documenting a significant event in automotive history.