Jongen in een mangrovebos, voormalig Nederlands-Indië c. 1890 - 1911

"Jongen in een mangrovebos, voormalig Nederlands-Indië" (c. 1890 - 1911) is a photograph by Onnes Kurkdjian, a renowned photographer who documented the landscapes and people of the Dutch East Indies. The image captures a young boy seated in a dense mangrove forest, his figure dwarfed by the intricate network of roots and trunks. The composition highlights the natural beauty of the mangrove ecosystem, emphasizing the intricate patterns of the roots and the interplay of light and shadow. Kurkdjian's work, characterized by its meticulous detail and evocative imagery, offers a glimpse into the fascinating natural world of the Dutch East Indies. This photograph is a testament to Kurkdjian's skill as a photographer and his ability to capture the essence of the natural world.