Veldarbeiders in een rijstveld op Java 1902

This stereoscopic photograph, *Veldarbeiders in een rijstveld op Java* (1902), by Carleton Harlow Graves, depicts Javanese workers harvesting rice. The scene shows several figures in wide-brimmed hats, bending down to cut rice stalks in a vast paddy field. In the background, a mountain range rises against a hazy sky, adding depth to the composition. This image offers a glimpse into everyday life in Java during the early 20th century, showcasing the labor-intensive nature of rice cultivation and the picturesque landscape of the region.