Het huis van Paul Sandel in Tandjong Poera, Langkat Sumatra c. 1900

This photograph by Heinrich Ernst & Co, taken around 1900, captures "Het huis van Paul Sandel in Tandjong Poera, Langkat Sumatra." The image shows the house of Paul Sandel, a Dutch colonial official, in the Langkat area of Sumatra. The house is set back from a dirt road and surrounded by lush greenery, reflecting the tropical climate. This photograph provides a glimpse into the colonial lifestyle in Sumatra during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering valuable insights into Dutch colonial history and the impact of European presence on the Indonesian archipelago.