Krantenknipsel uit archief Jan Veth 1874 - 1925

This is a newspaper clipping from the "De Indische Courant, West Java edition", dated Tuesday, June 13, 1922. It speaks to the cultural and political dynamics of the Dutch colonial presence in Indonesia, specifically regarding the Prambanan temples. The article highlights a debate between those who sought to rebuild the temple using discovered remains and those who preferred to simply catalogue them. This tension mirrors broader questions about cultural preservation, authenticity, and the role of colonial powers in managing Indonesian heritage. The debate is between Professor Krom and Dr. Bosch who each have a different perspective on rebuilding versus cataloguing the temple. The author emphasizes that the final decision rests with "Indië," indicating a level of respect—or perhaps strategic deference—towards local knowledge. We are reminded that colonialism is always a negotiation. This clipping offers a glimpse into the complex interplay between colonial authority, scholarly interest, and Indonesian cultural identity in the early 20th century.