Javanen en een koopman te Bantam, 1596 1597 - 1646

"Javanen en een koopman te Bantam, 1596" is a 17th century engraving by an anonymous artist depicting a scene in Bantam, a port city on the coast of Java. The artwork shows three Javanese people and a European merchant. This engraving offers a glimpse into the cultural exchange between Javanese and European cultures during the early Dutch colonial period. The scene is characterized by the distinct clothing and gestures of the figures, highlighting the cultural differences of the time. It is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.