Wachtenden, mogelijk Chinese contractarbeiders, op de kade van Belawan (boven) en gezicht op die haven (onder) before 1898

This photo, "Wachtenden, mogelijk Chinese contractarbeiders, op de kade van Belawan (boven) en gezicht op die haven (onder)", captured by Carl J. Kleingrothe before 1898, offers a glimpse into the bustling port of Belawan in Indonesia. The top section depicts a group of individuals, possibly Chinese contract laborers, waiting on the pier. The bottom section provides a view of the harbor itself, showcasing ships and the bustling port activity. This photo serves as a valuable historical document, capturing the realities of labor and trade in colonial Indonesia. The piece currently resides at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.