Theodorus Johannes Brouwers tussen de bananenbomen op plantage Accaribo c. 1915

This black and white photograph, taken around 1915, shows Theodorus Johannes Brouwers standing amongst banana trees on the Accaribo plantation. The image captures a moment in time during the colonial period, highlighting the importance of agriculture in Surinam. The photograph is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcasing the historical context of the plantation system and the lives of individuals who were part of it. The photograph is an example of a genre called "photojournalism", which uses photographs to document events and tell stories.