About Harry Pot
Lived 1929 – 1996 (aged 66). Harry Pot was a Dutch photographer and cinematographer.
Harry Pot (16 October 1929 – 16 March 1996) was a Dutch photographer and cinematographer. He was one of the most prolific professional photographers in Dutch history.
Biography Born on 16 October 1929, Pot began working for the Dutch press agency Anefo in 1950. He travelled abroad to photograph events such as the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome.
In 1970 he left ANEFO and moved to the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam. He later opened the studio Bentveld, where he worked with photographer Henk Jonker. He remained active until 1985.
Pot died on 16 March 1996, aged 66. He is buried in Westerveld.
Over 24,000 of his photos are on the Dutch National Archives website.
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Who was Harry Pot?
Dutch photographer and cinematographer (1929-1966)
When was Harry Pot born?
Harry Pot was born on 16 October 1929.
When did Harry Pot die?
Harry Pot died on 16 March 1996.
What was Harry Pot's occupation?
Harry Pot was a photographer and cinematographer.
What nationality was Harry Pot?
Harry Pot was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Pot. https://biography.guide/harry-pot/
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