Witte vleugel voor de sultan van Langkat 1885 - 1914

This photograph, "Witte vleugel voor de sultan van Langkat," by Carl J. Kleingrothe, captures a grand piano in the Sultan of Langkat's palace in Indonesia. The image, dating from 1885 to 1914, showcases the opulent lifestyle of the sultan. The ornate piano, positioned in the center of the room, is illuminated by a chandelier and candlesticks, highlighting the intricate details of its design. The photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the colonial past of Indonesia and the cultural exchange between the Dutch and the Sultanate of Langkat.