Een suikerfabriek 1876 - 1884

Herman Salzwedel's "Een suikerfabriek" (1876-1884) is a black and white photograph depicting a sugar factory in the Dutch East Indies. The photograph, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures the industrial landscape with a group of workers gathered in front of the factory buildings. The use of a shallow depth of field emphasizes the industrial setting, with the workers appearing as small figures against the backdrop of the imposing factory. This photograph offers a glimpse into the colonial era and the role of sugar production in the Dutch East Indies.