Toko Tio Tek Hong, Music store and architectural structure in Central Jakarta, Indonesia.
Toko Tio Tek Hong is a music shop in Central Jakarta featuring rationalist architecture with a spacious interior specifically designed for displaying and selling musical instruments and equipment. The building displays characteristic features of early commercial design with clean lines and functional organization.
The shop was established in 1902 by Tio Tek Hong and his brother, introducing fixed pricing on merchandise that transformed retail practices in colonial Indonesia. The building underwent two reconstructions before reaching its current form in 1917.
The shop maintains a collection of both modern and traditional Indonesian musical instruments, serving musicians and music learners throughout the community. It functions as a meeting place for people interested in playing and studying music.
The shop is located in Central Jakarta and provides professional guidance for instrument selection along with regular maintenance services. Visitors should expect a specialized environment where knowledgeable staff can assist with technical questions.
The building was reconstructed twice before its completion, embodying early Jakarta commercial architecture with details rarely seen in the city today. These structural changes show how retail gradually evolved during the early 20th century.
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