Pagina 72 van fotoboek van de Algemeene Vereeniging van Rubberplanters ter Oostkust van Sumatra (A.V.R.O.S.) c. 1924 - 1925

This photograph, taken by Dutch photographer J.W. Meyster around 1924-1925, is a close-up of a block of rubber from the East Coast of Sumatra. The image is part of a photo album for the "Algemeene Vereeniging van Rubberplanters ter Oostkust van Sumatra" (A.V.R.O.S.) which was created to promote the rubber industry in the region. This image from the album highlights the importance of rubber production in the early 20th century, showcasing the raw material in its natural form. The photograph is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection and gives us a glimpse into the history of rubber cultivation and its impact on the region.