Strand bij Colombo (Ceylon) met palmen en bank c. 1900 - 1920

"Strand bij Colombo (Ceylon) met palmen en bank" is a black and white photograph created by A.W.A. Plâté & Co. around the turn of the 20th century. The photograph captures a serene scene of a beach in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), featuring a row of palm trees swaying in the wind, a lone bench, and a glimpse of the ocean in the distance. The photograph offers a glimpse into the colonial era in Sri Lanka, capturing the beauty and tranquility of its natural landscapes. The artwork is a part of the Rijksmuseum collection in the Netherlands.