Suikerfabriek Nieuw Tersana in Tersana, voormalig Nederlands-Indië c. 1890 - 1911

This black and white photograph by Onnes Kurkdjian, taken between 1890 and 1911, depicts the "Suikerfabriek Nieuw Tersana" sugar factory in Tersana, formerly part of the Dutch East Indies. The image showcases the factory's imposing structure with its tall chimneys emitting plumes of smoke, suggesting a bustling industrial operation. The photograph captures a moment in the history of Dutch colonialism and industrial development in Southeast Asia, showcasing the transformation of the region during this period.