Pagina 59 van fotoboek van de Algemeene Vereeniging van Rubberplanters ter Oostkust van Sumatra (A.V.R.O.S.) c. 1924 - 1925

This black and white photograph, "Pagina 59 van fotoboek van de Algemeene Vereeniging van Rubberplanters ter Oostkust van Sumatra (A.V.R.O.S.)" by J.W. Meyster, taken sometime between 1924 and 1925, depicts the interior of a rubber processing factory in Sumatra, Indonesia. The image captures a glimpse into the industrialization of rubber production in the early 20th century, showcasing a large machine and a pool of water, likely used in the rubber extraction process. This photograph, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a valuable historical record of the rubber industry in Indonesia during this pivotal period.