Aanleg van een rubberplantage van de Deli Maatschappij bij Soengei Tassik op Sumatra c. 1900 - 1920

This anonymous black and white photograph, taken sometime between 1900 and 1920, depicts the deforestation of a rubber plantation in Sumatra, Indonesia. The image, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the stark reality of colonial exploitation, showcasing the felled trees that once provided a natural landscape. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the environmental impact of industrialization and the colonial rubber industry, emphasizing the historical significance of the region's transformation.