De suikerindustrie en topografie van Java 1876 - 1884

This intricately crafted album cover, "De suikerindustrie en topografie van Java," by Herman Salzwedel, is a testament to the Dutch colonial influence in Indonesia. The cover is adorned with an elaborate silver design on a deep purple velvet background. The central plaque, bearing the inscription "De Suiker Industrie Residentie Soerabaya F. Bevernrick 1876-1884," reflects the prominent role of the sugar industry in the region during this period. The album's ornate ornamentation and subject matter speak to the colonial ambition and artistic aspirations of the time.