Bewoners van Siaoe 1930s

This anonymous black and white photograph, "Bewoners van Siaoe", likely taken in the 1930s, features two images, both portraits of individuals from Siaoe, a small island in Indonesia. The left image shows a group of individuals, mostly children, standing in a line. The right image showcases a close-up portrait of a smiling young boy. The photographs offer a glimpse into the life of the people of Siaoe during the colonial era. The images, though simple in composition, capture the warmth and innocence of the subjects, highlighting the human aspect of this historical period.