Gezicht op een meer bij Olehteh-Atschin, Sumatra c. 1890 - 1900

"Gezicht op een meer bij Olehteh-Atschin, Sumatra" is a photograph taken by Heinrich Ernst & Co. around the turn of the 20th century. The image depicts a scenic view of a lake in Sumatra, Indonesia, framed by lush vegetation. The composition features a foreground of cultivated land and a distant view of the lake. The photograph offers a glimpse into the natural beauty of Sumatra and the colonial era in Southeast Asia. This work is an example of early photography, capturing the landscape through a simple yet effective visual style. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the exploration and documentation of Indonesia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.