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Dutch in Indonesia
The establishment of Dr Toussaint at Gadok, Dutch East Indies
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Media ID 603496
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1859 Abroad Establishment Indies Indonesia Toussaint Europeans
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Dutch in Indonesia" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the Dutch East Indies, where we witness the establishment of Dr. Toussaint at Gadok. The rich, detailed photograph offers a glimpse into the history of colonial Indonesia, with its vibrant colors and intriguing narrative. This stunning poster print is perfect for enhancing the walls of your home, office, or classroom, and serves as a captivating conversation starter. Embrace the past and bring history to life with this exquisite piece from Media Storehouse.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.9cm (23.4" x 15.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of Dr. Toussaint's arrival at the port of Gadok in the Dutch East Indies, now known as Indonesia, in 1859. Dr. Toussaint, a Dutch physician, is seen disembarking from a European ship, surrounded by local porters and Dutch colonial officials. The image offers a glimpse into the complex interplay of European exploration, colonialism, and cultural exchange that characterized the Dutch presence in Indonesia during the 19th century. The Dutch East Indies, a vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands, had long been a prized possession of the Dutch colonial empire. European explorers had first arrived in the region in the 16th century, and over the following centuries, the Dutch established a vast network of trading posts, plantations, and administrative centers. Dr. Toussaint's arrival at Gadok marks a significant moment in the history of Dutch colonialism in Indonesia. As a physician, he would have played a crucial role in the maintenance of Dutch colonial rule, providing medical care to European settlers and soldiers, as well as to the local population. His presence also underscores the ongoing cultural exchange between Europe and Indonesia, with Dutch ideas, technologies, and practices influencing local societies, and vice versa. The photograph itself is a testament to the rich history of travel and exploration that connects Europe and Indonesia. The image's composition, with Dr. Toussaint standing proudly on the dock against the backdrop of the Indonesian landscape, evokes a sense of adventure and discovery, while also highlighting the complex power dynamics at play in this colonial encounter.
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