Afdeling Grote Landbouw van het Centraal Kantoor voor de Statistiek te Batavia Possibly 1935

This photograph, possibly dating back to 1935, depicts a group of individuals, likely employees or members of the "Afdeling Grote Landbouw" (Department of Large-Scale Agriculture) in Batavia, now known as Jakarta, Indonesia. The image is a snapshot of a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the history of the organization and its connection to agriculture in the Dutch East Indies. The photograph’s anonymous creator has captured the individuals posed in a formal group portrait, hinting at the importance of this department and its role in the colonial agricultural system. This image serves as a valuable artifact for researching the history of agriculture and its relationship to colonial structures.