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Photographic Print : Papaya tree, litigants come to see the Dessave, and a hennikap or free servant in Colombo, 1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
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Papaya tree, litigants come to see the Dessave, and a hennikap or free servant in Colombo, 1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Papaya tree, litigants come to see the Dessave, and a hennikap or free servant in Colombo, 1785. Residents awaiting case law by the Dessave (European judge employed by the VOC). The free servant is dressed in white and wears his hair in a bun on the left of the head. With inscription. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 1 (1808), p. 16
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Brandes Jan Brandes Johan Colombo Sri Lanka South Asia Dutch East India Company Embassy Jan Brandes Johan Brandes Local People Official Sketch Book Sketchbook South Asian Sri Lanka Sri Lankan United East India Company Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie Waiting Papaya Tree Watercolour Paint
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite photographic print, capturing a snapshot of daily life in Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), in 1785. Witness the Papaya tree laden with ripe fruits, as litigants gather, seeking justice from the Dessave, the European judge employed by the Dutch East India Company. A 'hennikap' or free servant, dressed in traditional attire, adds to the vibrant scene. This stunning 18th-century image, created by renowned photographer Jan Brandes, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka's past. Bring history into your home or office with this captivating piece from Heritage Images.
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"This evocative watercolor sketch by Jan Brandes captures a scene from colonial Sri Lanka in 1785. The focus of the composition is a Papaya tree, its lush green leaves and ripe fruit providing a lush contrast to the bustling activity of the people gathered below. At the base of the tree, a group of litigants, dressed in various stages of Eastern attire, have come to seek the judgement of the Dessave, or European judge, employed by the Dutch East India Company. Among the crowd, a 'hennikap' or free servant, dressed in white and wearing his hair in a bun on the left of his head, stands out. The free servant, a common sight in Dutch colonial society, was a man who had earned his freedom through years of service, often as a domestic or laborer. The scene is a snapshot of daily life in Colombo during the Dutch colonial period, with the Papaya tree serving as a symbol of the natural beauty and abundance of the region. The sketch, part of Brandes' personal sketchbook, offers a fascinating glimpse into the diverse and complex world of colonial South Asia, where European and Asian cultures intersected and influenced one another." This image offers a rich and intriguing look into the history of Colombo, Sri Lanka during the Dutch colonial period. The Papaya tree serves as a beautiful backdrop to the bustling activity of the people gathered below, with the Dessave's judgement being sought by a group of litigants. Among the crowd stands a 'hennikap' or free servant, dressed in white and wearing his hair in a bun, highlighting the diverse population of the region. The sketch, created by Jan Brandes in 1785, is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the daily life and cultural interactions of this fascinating period in South Asian history.
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