Oxen and their handlers : general view



Photograph

01 Jan 1890

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This 1890s photograph shows oxen in Banjoewangi (now Banyuwangi), with their handlers who are dressed in traditional ethnic attire. The oxen appear to be pulling a heavy load. A man in Western style attire can be seen on the left side of the photograph. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated. Information contributed by Richard Hale.


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All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.

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