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Lower town of Batavia, 1870-1923. Creator: Willem Witsen
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Lower town of Batavia, 1870-1923. Creator: Willem Witsen
Lower town of Batavia, 1870-1923. Old houses on the water. Batavia was the capital of the Dutch East Indies. The area corresponds to present-day Jakarta, Indonesia
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Amsterdam Impressionism Batavia Chalk On Paper Dilapidated Disrepair Housing Jakarta Indonesia Southeast Asia Rooftop Rooftops Run Down South East Asia Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Watercolor Paint Waterfront Willem Witsen Witsen Willem
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This chalk drawing on paper, titled "Lower town of Batavia, 1870-1923" by Dutch artist Willem Witsen, offers a glimpse into the past of Batavia, the historic capital of the Dutch East Indies, now known as Jakarta, Indonesia. The image portrays a waterfront scene of old houses in various stages of disrepair, their worn facades reflecting the passage of time. The buildings, with their distinctive Dutch colonial architecture, line the water's edge, their rooftops and rooftops dotted with colorful laundry and foliage. The Lower Town of Batavia, depicted in this artwork, was once the heart of the Dutch colonial settlement. The area, now part of the bustling metropolis of Jakarta, retains a rich heritage of Dutch influence, evident in the architectural details of the buildings. Witsen masterfully captures the essence of the scene with his use of chalk on paper and an impressionistic style, reminiscent of the early 20th century, particularly the 1920s. The artist's skillful application of color and shading brings the dilapidated houses and run-down rooftops to life, while the waterfront setting adds a sense of tranquility to the composition. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, is a testament to the artistic legacy of the Netherlands and a reminder of the intriguing history of Southeast Asia. The Lower Town of Batavia, as depicted in Willem Witsen's drawing, offers a unique glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the stories that unfolded within its walls.
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