Veneer Sheets Peeling from Lathe in Turbine Hall

Soft overcast light falls through the high windows of a turbine hall in Bandar Lampung, illuminating a massive industrial lathe. Thin sheets of light-colored plywood veneer spiral away from the spinning drum, curling like pale ribbons before falling into a collection stack. The machinery, painted in faded factory gray, dominates the wide panoramic view, against the low-hanging gray clouds visible through the open eaves. Dust motes hang suspended in the diffused air, catching the dim afternoon glow. The concrete floor bears scuff marks and scattered wood shavings, evidence of dry season production. A worker in a dark uniform stands near the controls, their posture rigid against the rhythmic motion of the peeling wood.