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Toeschouwers bij een concert van Lionel Hampton in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

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http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-78

The image is a black and white photograph capturing two men in mid-laughter, suggesting they are enjoying themselves at an event. The man on the left appears to be speaking with his mouth wide open, showing teeth, which indicates he might have been singing or shouting out loud. His hair is styled upward, and his facial features indicate middle age.

The second man looks on from beside him, smiling broadly as if reacting to something amusing said by the first man. He has a more relaxed posture compared to the expressive figure next to him, with one arm casually draped over what seems like part of an object or another person.

Both are dressed in dark clothing that contrasts against their light skin tones and the stark background, which is uniformly black except for two bright spots—likely stage lights—that illuminate them from above. The lighting creates dramatic shadows across their faces, enhancing the sense of emotion captured at this moment.

The overall composition focuses on the interaction between these two figures without any discernible backdrop that could provide context to where they are or what event they're attending; however, given the nature of their expressions and attire, it's plausible to infer a musical performance setting.

Toeschouwers bij een concert van Lionel Hampton in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

#Toeschouwersbijeen #Concertgebouw #Amsterdam #EdvanderElsken #LionelHampton #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-96

The image captures a group of individuals seated closely together, presumably at an event such as a concert. The focus is on the expressions and gestures of three people in particular: one man with his hand to his chin appearing contemplative or anxious, another smiling broadly showing enjoyment, and two men standing behind them engaged in conversation.

The photograph has a dramatic contrast between light and shadow, emphasizing textures like fabric folds and hands resting against faces. The candid style suggests an unposed moment frozen in time during the event. It's likely from a concert given the context provided by the caption mentioning Lionel Hampton at the Concertgebouw (Royal Concertgebouw) in Amsterdam.

The visual elements such as lighting, shadows, and composition convey emotion vividly; for instance, the contemplative pose of one man juxtaposed with others' expressions could suggest differing reactions to a performance. The grainy texture hints at an older photograph possibly taken on film.

Toeschouwers bij een concert van Lionel Hampton in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam - Ed van der Elsken (1956) indicates the photographer and year of capture, which is essential for understanding its historical context within photography history.

Toeschouwers bij een concert van Lionel Hampton in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

#Toeschouwersbijeen #Concertgebouw #Amsterdam #EdvanderElsken #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-78

The image is a black and white photograph of two individuals at what appears to be an event or performance, possibly in the 1950s given the style of clothing. The person on the left has his mouth open as if speaking or laughing. Both individuals are seated, with the one on the right looking directly towards the camera, while the other seems to be more focused on something out of frame. They are both dressed formally, suggesting a semi-formal event. In the background, there is a hint of an audience in a venue that resembles a theater or concert hall, indicated by the presence of rows of seats and a stage area visible. The lighting suggests an indoor setting with artificial lighting.

There are no visible texts or distinguishing marks within the image to provide more specific information about the individuals or the event they are attending.

Toeschouwers bij een concert van Lionel Hampton in het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, 1956

#Toeschouwersbijeen #Concertgebouw #Amsterdam #EdvanderElsken #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken

http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-5-96

The image is a black and white photograph capturing a moment at a jazz concert. The setting appears to be an indoor venue, possibly a theater or a large hall, as suggested by the presence of balconies on the left side of the frame. In the foreground, two individuals are seated; one man is wearing a suit and tie and seems to be deep in thought with his hand over his mouth, while the other person appears to be an older gentleman, also dressed formally, who is looking directly at the camera.

In the background, a group of people can be seen standing; they seem to be engaged in conversation or enjoying the performance. Among these individuals, one man stands out as he is holding what looks like a small pet, possibly a bird, which adds an unusual and lively element to the scene.

The image captures the atmosphere of jazz music events, with people dressed in formal attire, likely common for such performances in earlier decades. The vintage quality of the photograph suggests it could be from the mid-20th century, as indicated by the clothing style and the overall composition and aesthetic.

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