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Javanese auxiliary troops of the Company, 1779-1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
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Javanese auxiliary troops of the Company, 1779-1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Javanese auxiliary troops of the Company, 1779-1785. General and the officers in the foreground and in the background the soldiers of the VOC in Batavia. With inscription. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 2 (1808), p. 98
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This 18th-century pencil drawing by Jan Brandes depicts Javanese auxiliary troops of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in Batavia, Java, Indonesia. The image showcases a diverse group of individuals, with the general and officers in the foreground and soldiers in the background. The general, dressed in European military attire, stands tall and commanding, while the officers wear more ornate uniforms adorned with gold braid and feathers. In the background, Javanese soldiers, both men and boys, are seen wearing traditional clothing such as sarongs and blouses. Some are shown carrying weapons, while others are shown in a more relaxed pose. The scene is set against the backdrop of Batavia, with buildings and trees visible in the distance. The drawing is part of Brandes' sketchbook, dated 1808, and provides a unique glimpse into the multicultural military forces of the Dutch colonial empire in Asia during the 18th century. The intricate details of the clothing, weapons, and facial expressions of the individuals depicted, as well as the overall composition of the drawing, make it a valuable historical and artistic artifact.
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