Terrein met gerooide bomen 1903 - 1907

This anonymous photograph, titled "Terrein met gerooide bomen", depicts a landscape scene likely in Indonesia between 1903 and 1907. The photograph captures the aftermath of deforestation, with felled trees scattered across the foreground and a river winding through the clearing. A cluster of small houses are nestled near the riverbank, suggesting a settlement or village in the midst of a changing environment. The monochrome tones and the sharp, detailed composition of the photograph capture the essence of this period in Indonesian history, highlighting the impact of human intervention on the landscape.