Vismarkt te Batavia 1945 - 1946

"Vismarkt te Batavia" (Fish Market in Batavia) is a black and white photograph taken by the Dutch photo agency Anefo between 1945 and 1946. The photo depicts a bustling fish market in Batavia, the former name of Jakarta, Indonesia. The image captures the daily life of the people in the market, with numerous baskets filled with fish, and people going about their day. The photo is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the agency's role in documenting post-war life in Indonesia. It captures the atmosphere of the market, focusing on the diverse characters and the abundance of fish.