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Batavia (Jakarta) canal street with Europeans
Batavia (Jakarta) canal street with Europeans and natives, 1800.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "Batavia (Jakarta) Canal Street with Europeans and Natives," provides a captivating glimpse into the multicultural landscape of Batavia, the colonial capital of Java Island in Indonesia, during the early 1800s. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, showcases the bustling activity along the canal, with Europeans and natives navigating the streets in a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western influences. Europeans, dressed in their formal attire, are depicted riding in horse-drawn carriages or strolling along the canal, while natives in traditional clothing go about their daily tasks. The canal, a vital waterway for transportation and trade, is filled with various boats, adding to the lively scene. Batavia, established in 1619 by the Dutch East India Company, served as the administrative and economic hub of the Dutch colonial empire in the East Indies. This image offers a unique ethnographic and anthropological perspective, showcasing the diverse population and the interplay of cultures that characterized Batavia during this period. The intricate details in this handcolored lithograph, produced by the renowned German publisher Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche, provide an authentic representation of the people, customs, and costumes of Batavia during the 19th century. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and complex cultural dynamics of Batavia, a city that continues to be an important center of commerce, culture, and history in Indonesia.
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