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Dutch East India Company wood or saw mill on the island two miles from Batavia ?, pub
Dutch East India Company wood or saw mill on the island two miles from Batavia called Onrost or Unruhe, from a series of views of Batavia Schau-platz von Africa und Ost-Indien, published 1744 (engraving). Batavia was the name of the capital city of the Dutch East Indies that corresponds to modern day Central Jakarta, a province of Indonesia; established as a Dutch colony 1619; became the centre of the Dutch East India Company?s trading network in Asia
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This print takes us back to the 18th century, offering a glimpse into the bustling world of colonial trade in Batavia, now known as Central Jakarta. The image showcases a Dutch East India Company wood or saw mill located on an island just two miles away from the city. Known as Onrost or Unruhe, this island played a crucial role in supporting the trading network established by the Dutch colonizers. The engraving beautifully captures the contrast between land and sea, with waves crashing against the coast while ships sail through calm waters. The wooden mill stands tall amidst this dramatic backdrop, symbolizing both human ingenuity and exploitation of natural resources during that era. Published in 1744 as part of Johann Wolfgang Heydt's series of views of Batavia Schau-platz von Africa und Ost-Indien, this engraving offers historical insights into Indonesia's past under Dutch rule. It serves as a reminder of how Batavia became the center for commerce and colonialism in Asia under the Dutch East India Company's influence. As we admire this piece from Heritage Images' Historica Graphica Collection, let us reflect upon its significance beyond mere commercial use. It represents an important chapter in Indonesian history when European powers sought to establish dominance over distant lands for economic gain.
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