Reliëf van de Borobudur (Boroboedoer), nabij Magelang, Nederlands-Indië c. 1895 - 1915

This photograph, taken between 1895 and 1915 by Onnes Kurkdjian, captures a section of the intricate bas-reliefs that adorn the Borobudur temple in Java, Indonesia. The image showcases two panels, each filled with detailed carvings depicting scenes from the Buddhist Jataka tales, which recount the previous lives of the Buddha. The photograph, likely taken during a time when the Dutch controlled the region, provides a glimpse into the artistry and religious significance of this monumental Buddhist structure, a testament to the cultural heritage of Indonesia.