Batak Collection

Asian culture devices and products, wood engravings, published in 1897
Asian culture devices and products: 1 + 10) Dance staff of the Toba Batak people from Sumatra; 2) Ancestral figure from Nias (Indonesia); 3) Weaving board of the Ainu (Japan); 4 + 17

Indonesia, Sumatra, Medan, Batak woodcarvings on building

Winter in Batak Dam
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Dutch East Indies, Indonesia, Batak indigenous tribal group
19th century vintage photograph: Dutch East Indies, Indonesia, a Batak indigenous tribal group, weavers with looms. Kristen Feilberg photograph

The Eastern Question, Lady Strangfords Hospital at Batak (engraving)
1059517 The Eastern Question, Lady Strangfords Hospital at Batak (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

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Indonesia, Sumatra, Lake Toba, Samosir Island. Batak Guest House with couple holding child standing in open doorway and welcome sign on the wooden exterior wall

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Indonesia, Batak, Stilt Houses

A group of Bataks from the interior of Sumatra, 1902. Artist: GR Lambert & Co
A group of Bataks from the interior of Sumatra, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Batak girls of Sumatra, Indonesia
A group of Batak girls of Sumatra, Indonesia. Date: circa 1920s

Batak style village houses in Buhit, a weavers village in rural Samosir Island, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak Charm Book
BATAK, book of charms Natives of Sumatra find here charms to guide and protect them in all their affairs

Batak Architecture - Sumatra, Indonesia Date: circa 1920s

Batak mothers and babies of Sumatra, Indonesia. circa 1920s

Sumatra, Indonesia - Batak Architecture Date: circa 1910s

Source Size = 1892 x 2499
The War in the East: over the Balkans from Batak

Source Size = 3755 x 1679
The Eastern Question, Lady Strangfords Hospital at Batak

Source Size = 3789 x 1709
The War in the East: over the Balkans from Batak

Source Size = 2528 x 1898
" under Consular Protection, " Orphans from Batak Preparing Rice for their Dinner under the Superintendence of the British Consuls " cavass"

Traditional Batak House in Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia

Ornate traditional Batak painted carvings on large Batak style Catholic church, Pangururan, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak woman carrying skeins of yarn to the looms under her traditional Batak house, Buhit, Samosir Island, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Large Batak style Catholic church with beautiful traditional Batak painted carving, Pangururan, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Construction of traditional style Batak house with bamboo scaffolding, beside the volcanic Lake Toba, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Detail of traditional Batak tribal painted carving with stylised buffalo horns, Huta Bolon, Simanindo, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak tribal market stall selling local produce in Tomuk, Samosir Island in Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia - Batak Arms Dealers
Medan - the capital of North Sumatra, Indonesia - Batak Arms Dealers. Date: 1904

Indonesia - Batak House
A distinctive high-roofed house of the Batak people of Indonesia

Batak women with onion crop at market in Haranggaol, north shore, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak houses, Lake Toba, North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Winter in Batak Dam, a picturesque scene that encapsulates the rich Asian culture and heritage of the Batak people. Dating back to 1897, wood engravings beautifully depict the intricate craftsmanship found in Batak devices and products. Journeying to Sumatra, Indonesia, we encounter the captivating beauty girls adorned in traditional attire, showcasing their vibrant cultural identity. Medan, a city steeped in history, proudly displays its connection with the Batak tribe through stunning woodcarvings adorning its buildings. These intricate carvings serve as a testament to the deep-rooted traditions and artistic prowess of this indigenous group. However, not all historical references are joyous ones. The Massacres at Batak reveal dark chapters from the past where assailants clashed with defenders of Bulgarian descent. Engravings vividly portray imprisoned Bashi-Bazouks at Philippopolis during these tumultuous times. Venturing further into Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia), we uncover more about the fascinating lives of the Batak people - an indigenous tribal group known for their unique customs and practices. The War in the East engraving sheds light on significant events that shaped history while Lady Strangfords Hospital at Batak highlights efforts made towards healthcare amidst challenging circumstances during The Eastern Question era. As we delve deeper into history's annals, Trial of the Bashi-Bazouks at Philippopolis engraving reminds us of humanity's capacity for both good and evil. Returning to Winter in Batak Dam brings us full circle - a serene image capturing nature's tranquility against a backdrop infused with cultural significance. EyeUbiquitous_20023100 expertly captures this moment frozen in time – inviting us to appreciate not only winter's beauty but also celebrate diversity and heritage found within our global community.