Portret van een man en vrouw in klederdracht 1868 - 1903

This photograph, of unknown date, by Johannes Gerardus Kramer, presents a man and a woman in traditional Dutch costume. They are framed within an album page, a common format for displaying portraits in the late 19th century. The cultural significance of this image lies in its depiction of Dutch national identity. The costumes worn by the subjects reflect regional variations and traditions. In a time of increasing industrialization and urbanization, such images served to preserve and promote a sense of cultural heritage. Photographers catered to a growing market interested in picturesque representations of Dutch rural life. This photograph may reflect a conservative impulse, a desire to hold onto traditional values ​​in the face of rapid social change. The historical study of photography involves analyzing the social and cultural contexts in which images are produced, circulated, and consumed. By examining photographs like this one, we can gain insights into the complex ways in which identity, tradition, and modernity intersect.