Samarang - Suikerfabrijk (mr de Jong) 1863 - 1869

"Samarang - Suikerfabrijk (mr de Jong)" is a black and white photograph taken by Woodbury & Page between 1863 and 1869, showcasing a sugar factory in Semarang, Java. The image depicts a sprawling, white-washed structure with multiple chimneys and a thatched roof, situated in a vast open field. The photograph's composition emphasizes the grandeur of the factory, highlighting its importance within the colonial economy of Java during this period. The image offers a glimpse into the architectural style and industrial landscape of colonial Indonesia. This photograph is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.