Groepsportret van Bataks voor een huis op Sumatra before 1894

This anonymous photograph, titled *Groepsportret van Bataks voor een huis op Sumatra*, captures a group of Batak people standing before a traditional Sumatran house. The image dates back to before 1894 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The photo provides a glimpse into the daily life and architectural styles of the Batak people, showcasing a group of individuals gathered in front of a distinctive stilt house with a unique sloping roof structure. This work offers a valuable record of a traditional Sumatran community and their environment during the late 19th century.