Minangkabausche Surau in Baso 1891 - 1912

This black and white photograph, taken by Christiaan Benjamin Nieuwenhuis between 1891 and 1912, depicts a traditional Minangkabausche Surau in Baso. The surau, a type of mosque, is a wooden structure with a distinctive, tiered roof, and sits amidst lush greenery. The photograph captures the architectural details of the surau, including its intricate carvings and the surrounding landscape. This image offers a glimpse into the architectural traditions of the Minangkabau people in West Sumatra, Indonesia.