8984 Jakob van der Schley (1715–1779) – Vue du Chateau de Batavia (View of the Castle of Batavia) – Engraving (c. 1755)
This topographical print is a city View of the Castle of Batavia, from the side of the Warehouses or Sugar). The scene depicts the Castle of Batavia (the fort and seat of the Dutch East India Company, modern Jakarta, Indonesia) from across a river or canal. The view emphasizes the water-based activity with numerous boats, the defensive wall of the castle, and the adjacent warehouses (Magazins). The tropical setting is suggested by palm trees. This print originates from Abbé Prévost's influential encyclopedic work, Histoire Générale des Voyages.
Jakob van der Schley was a Dutch draftsman and engraver of the 18th century. He was a prolific artist, known for illustrating a vast array of subjects for major European publications. He was the principal illustrator for Abbé Prévost's Histoire Générale des Voyages, a monumental work that synthesized global travel accounts and disseminated images of non-European cultures and histories across Europe during the Enlightenment.
Artist or Maker: Jakob van der Schley
Dimensions: Approximately 37 cm x 25 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: c. 1755
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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