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East Indian Market Stall in Batavia, 1640-66 (oil on canvas)
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East Indian Market Stall in Batavia, 1640-66 (oil on canvas)
3704097 East Indian Market Stall in Batavia, 1640-66 (oil on canvas) by Dutch School, (17th century); 106x174.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: A Chinese man buying fruit at a stall in Batavia, attributed to Albert Eckhout (1604-66)
The Dutch East India company (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie, VOC) flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries with an Asian capital at the port of Batavia, now Jakarta, in Java.
); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22971482
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Bananas Batavia Cockatoo Djarkarta Dutch Colonial Dutch Colony Dutch East India Company Dutch East Indies Dutch Empire Dutch Golden Age Exotic Golden Age Grapefruit Imperialism Indonesia Jakarta Java Javanese Pineapple Stall Traders Trading Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie Copra Manga
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This print captures the vibrant atmosphere of an East Indian market stall in Batavia during the 17th century. Painted by a Dutch artist from the Golden Age, this oil on canvas artwork showcases the bustling trade and cultural exchange that took place under the reign of the Dutch East India Company (VOC). The scene depicts a Chinese man engrossed in purchasing fruits from one of the many stalls lining the market. The exotic array of tropical fruits such as bananas, pineapples, grapefruits, mangostans, and ramboutans adds to its allure. A colorful cockatoo perched nearby adds a touch of whimsy to this colonial setting. Batavia, now known as Jakarta in Java, served as an important Asian capital for VOC's trading empire. This painting offers a glimpse into how commerce thrived during this era of imperialism and Dutch colonization. Beyond its historical significance, this artwork also highlights botanical elements with meticulous attention to detail. It reflects both scientific curiosity and appreciation for nature prevalent during that time. Displayed at Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam today, this masterpiece attributed to Albert Eckhout serves as a testament to not only artistic excellence but also cultural exchange and exploration that defined Europe's engagement with Asia centuries ago.
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