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Framed Print : Plantation in Suriname, 1707. Creator: Dirk Valkenburg
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Plantation in Suriname, 1707. Creator: Dirk Valkenburg
Plantation in Suriname, 1707. Dutch merchant and plantation-owner Jonas Witsen commissioned Valkenburg to paint this scene of an orange plantation. Several Indians - the original inhabitants of this territory - appear among the palm trees in the foreground, while the plantation owner's residence can be glimpsed in the background
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Dutch West India Company Exotic Hammock Indigenous People Palm Tree Palm Trees Palms Plantation Shelter Surinam South America Suriname South America Tropical Dirk Valkenburg
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring the captivating work of Dirk Valkenburg, "Plantation in Suriname, 1707." This exquisite piece transports you to a bygone era, showcasing the lush greenery and productivity of a Dutch orange plantation in Suriname. Commissioned by merchant and plantation-owner Jonas Witsen, the painting by Dirk Valkenburg offers a unique glimpse into the colonial history of the New World. Bring this piece of historical art into your home or office and add an air of sophistication and intrigue to any space. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original artwork, ensuring a stunning display that will captivate and inspire.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.6cm x 24.4cm (8.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative 18th century oil painting by Dirk Valkenburg captures the scenic beauty and complex realities of a Plantation in Suriname, commissioned by Dutch merchant and plantation-owner Jonas Witsen. The lush, tropical landscape is dominated by the vibrant greens of palm trees, with their fronds reaching towards the sky, providing shade to the Indians, the original inhabitants of this territory, who can be seen in the foreground. They are depicted resting in hammocks, dressed in colorful clothing, adding a splash of exotic hues to the scene. In the background, the plantation owner's residence stands proudly, its white walls and red-tiled roof contrasting sharply with the surrounding greenery. The clouds in the sky, painted with deft brushstrokes, add a sense of dynamism and movement to the otherwise still image. This painting offers a glimpse into the colonial past of Suriname, a territory in South America that was a Dutch possession from the late 17th century until 1975. The Dutch West India Company played a significant role in the exploitation of the land's natural resources, including sugar, coffee, and cotton, which were cultivated on plantations worked by enslaved Africans and indigenous people. The painting's rich details and nuanced portrayal of the natural and human elements make it a valuable addition to any collection of heritage art or colonial-era paintings. Its authenticity and historical significance are further underscored by its inclusion in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the Dutch national museum for art and history.
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