De Oostindische eilanden by Dirk Noothoven van Goor

De Oostindische eilanden 1850 - 1881

dirknoothovenvangoor

quirky sketch

old engraving style

hand drawn type

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

initial sketch

"De Oostindische eilanden" is an 1850-1881 engraving by Dirk Noothoven van Goor. It features illustrations of various locations in the East Indies, including a map of the islands and depictions of the city of Ternate, the harbor of Batavia, and a landing on the island of Tidore. The work was likely intended for children, as it was part of a series called "Prenten-Magazijn voor de Jeugd." The intricate details and lively scenes invite young viewers to discover the wonders of the East Indies.