Eiso Bergsma in tropenkleding en Gerda Bergsma in lang gewaad zittend aan eettafel in woonhuis op Sumatra 1914 - 1926

This black and white photograph, taken between 1914 and 1926, captures a snapshot of daily life in Sumatra. The image shows a couple, Eiso and Gerda Bergsma, seated at a dining table in a well-appointed home. The couple's attire reflects their colonial context; Eiso wears light clothing, while Gerda is adorned in a long, ornate gown. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of Dutch colonials in Indonesia during the early 20th century, providing insights into their domestic arrangements and social customs. The image currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, a leading Dutch museum dedicated to the preservation and display of Dutch heritage.