Gezicht op haven van Arakan 1685 - 1714
thomasdoesburgh
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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pencil work
"Gezicht op haven van Arakan" is an etching by Thomas Doesburgh, dating from 1685 to 1714, depicting the harbor of Arakan in Myanmar. The detailed artwork showcases the bustling activity of the harbor, with numerous ships and boats, and a town lined with palm trees. The etching provides a glimpse into the historical trading port of Arakan and its role in the Dutch East India Company's maritime network.
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