About Dolf Toussaint
Lived 1924 – 2017 (aged 92). Dolf Toussaint was a Dutch photographer and photojournalist.
Dolf Toussaint (1924-2017) was a Dutch photographer best known for his work documenting daily life in Amsterdam, particularly the changes in the De Jordaan neighborhood in the 1960s, as well as documenting the social unrest in the late 70s and early 80s, such as the Amsterdam coronation riots. He is also known for documenting proceedings at The Hague parliament in a dynamic manner, when the standard at the time were staged portraits of politicians.
Since his death in 2017, much of his work is held at the Amsterdam City Archives.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dolf Toussaint?
photographer (b. 1924, d. 2017)
When was Dolf Toussaint born?
Dolf Toussaint was born on 15 December 1924 in Amsterdam.
When did Dolf Toussaint die?
Dolf Toussaint died on 13 June 2017 in Amsterdam.
What was Dolf Toussaint's occupation?
Dolf Toussaint was a photographer and photojournalist.
What nationality was Dolf Toussaint?
Dolf Toussaint was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dolf Toussaint. https://biography.guide/dolf-toussaint/
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