The ladies of the night and their windows, captured on a spring evening: yes, what they say about Amsterdam is true, all of it. Now, I'd recommend a girlfriend experience outside De Wallen, but for the more bold at heart..."Give Me a Red Light"...

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“De Wallen”, the redlight district area in Amsterdam. There used to be swarms of tourists just wandering, looking and giggling. That all changed in 2020 👀

Took a photo during the daytime and tried to mimick the night with my own colors=) the second version/design as the gift and the chosen one.

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Gezicht op de Wallen in Amsterdam

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Dansende vrouwen op de Zeedijk tijdens de kermis, Amsterdam

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Sekswerkers op de Wallen, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1950 - c. 1960 - Rijksmuseum

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Gezicht op de Wallen in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1950 - c. 1970
The image is a black and white photograph of a farm in Hillhouse, Mississippi during the 1930s. In the foreground, there is a large, weathered wooden building with several people standing in front of it. A group of four adults and two children are positioned slightly off-center, with three of the adults looking directly at the camera. The man on the left is wearing a hat and has his arms crossed, while the woman next to him is holding a small child in her arms. The other adult in the group is a woman standing on the right, looking off into the distance. Behind the group, there are several other buildings and trees, indicating a larger farm or community. The photograph is taken from a slightly low angle, giving the impression of the viewer looking up at the subjects. The overall tone of the image is one of hard work and resilience, with the subjects appearing to be dressed in simple, practical clothing. The photograph is a snapshot of life during a difficult time in American history, and it conveys a sense of community and determination.
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Gezicht op de Wallen in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1950 - c. 1970 - Rijksmuseum

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Gezicht op de Wallen in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1950 - c. 1970

The image is a black and white photograph capturing a nighttime street scene. It features a building with a prominent sign that reads "BAR," suggesting a commercial establishment, possibly a tavern or pub. There are people present in the foreground, adding life to the urban setting.

The architecture suggests an older time period; however, without specific details, it's not possible to pinpoint an exact era. The style of the image is reminiscent of traditional photography techniques and could be from the mid-20th century or earlier.

Given the context provided, the photograph could have been taken between 1950 and 1970 in Amsterdam, capturing a moment that encapsulates the city's nightlife ambiance. It is worth noting that without additional information, this description is speculative, based solely on the visible elements in the image.

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Gezicht op de Wallen in Amsterdam, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1950 - c. 1970 - Rijksmuseum

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I spent the afternoon exploring the center of #Amsterdam from a standup paddle board.

The distortion in the photo is from the waterproof pouch holding my phone.

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What. - De Wallen Amsterdam 2022 #dewallen #amsterdam #streetart