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House on the Rijswijk, Batavia (Jalan Veteran), 1835-1845. Creator: Ernest Alfred Hardouin
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House on the Rijswijk, Batavia (Jalan Veteran), 1835-1845. Creator: Ernest Alfred Hardouin
House on the Rijswijk, Batavia (Jalan Veteran), 1835-1845
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This 19th century oil painting, titled "House on the Rijswijk, Batavia (Jalan Veteran)" by Ernest Alfred Hardouin, offers a glimpse into the colonial past of Jakarta, Indonesia, during the Dutch East Indies era. The painting, created between 1835 and 1845, depicts an elegant Dutch colonial house located on Jalan Veteran in Batavia, now known as Jakarta. Hardouin masterfully captures the architectural grandeur of the Dutch colonial building, with its white facade, ornate entranceway, and tall, arched windows. The intricate details of the building's exterior are highlighted against the lush, green landscape, dotted with palm trees and vibrant foliage. The painting also showcases the fashionable attire of the Dutch colonizers, with a man in a tailored suit and top hat standing at the entrance, while a woman in a voluminous, high-waisted dress with a matching bonnet is seen walking along the pathway. The traditional Dutch and Indonesian clothing, including the long, flowing robes of the Indonesian men, add to the rich cultural tapestry of the scene. The painting is believed to have been created by Ernest Alfred Hardouin, a Dutch painter from the Low Countries, who was known for his landscapes and architectural paintings. The work is now part of the esteemed collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and serves as an important reminder of the colonial past and the cultural exchange that took place during that time.
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