Gezicht op het eiland Kuiper in de baai van Batavia 1843 - 1845

This watercolor painting by J.G. van der Does, titled "Gezicht op het eiland Kuiper in de baai van Batavia," depicts a tranquil scene of the Kuiper Island in the bay of Batavia, now known as Jakarta, Indonesia. Painted between 1843 and 1845, the artwork showcases a small, verdant island with a lone white building, trees, and a distant sailing ship. The artist utilizes a subdued palette and a realistic style to capture the serene atmosphere of the island and the vastness of the bay. This work offers a glimpse into the Dutch colonial landscape of Indonesia during the mid-19th century, highlighting the importance of waterways and trade in the region.