Album met foto's van spoorwegen in Nederlands-Indië en prentbriefkaarten by diverse vervaardigers

Album met foto's van spoorwegen in Nederlands-Indië en prentbriefkaarten c. 1880 - 1920

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photography, albumen-print

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landscape

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ukiyo-e

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photography

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orientalism

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mixed media

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albumen-print

This album, containing photographs and postcards of railways in the Dutch East Indies, dates from around 1880 to 1920. The album features a richly decorated cover, adorned with painted floral motifs. It holds a collection of photographs capturing the early stages of railway development in the region. The album offers a glimpse into the colonial era and its impact on transportation infrastructure in Southeast Asia. It is a valuable source for understanding the history of Dutch colonialism in the region, particularly its impact on transportation and modernization.

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