Drie sarcofagen (waruga) en een detail van een huis in Tondano, Minahasalanden, Noord-Celebes c. 1821 - 1824
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shape in negative space
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light coloured
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white palette
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lack of negative space
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ink colored
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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a lot negative space
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remaining negative space
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"Drie sarcofagen (waruga) en een detail van een huis in Tondano, Minahasalanden, Noord-Celebes," is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Adrianus Johannes Bik, dated circa 1821-1824. This work depicts three sarcophagi (waruga), traditional burial containers used by the Minahasa people of Sulawesi, Indonesia, along with a detail of a house in Tondano. Bik's precise and detailed sketches capture the intricate carvings and architecture of these Minahasan cultural artifacts, offering a glimpse into the artistic practices and traditions of this region.
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