Interieur van de fabriek op de suikeronderneming Nieuw Tersana, Cheribon, voormalig Nederlands-Indië c. 1890 - 1911

This black and white photograph, taken by Onnes Kurkdjian between 1890 and 1911, captures the interior of a sugar factory in Cheribon, Java, during the Dutch colonial period. The photograph depicts a bustling scene of workers tending to the machinery and processing sugar cane, showcasing the industrialization of colonial Indonesia. The image provides a glimpse into the daily life of workers in the sugar industry during this era, highlighting the importance of this industry in the region's economy. The photograph is a valuable historical document, offering insights into the social and economic conditions of colonial Java.