Batavia - Stadhuis 1863 - 1866

This black and white photograph, titled "Batavia - Stadhuis", was created by Woodbury & Page between 1863 and 1866. The image depicts a grand colonial building, likely a government building or the Stadhuis (City Hall), in Batavia, now known as Jakarta, Indonesia. The building's stately façade with its symmetrical windows and a central tower, framed by lush greenery, showcases the architectural style of the Dutch colonial period. The photograph provides a glimpse into the city's past and the influence of Dutch colonial architecture.