Gezichten op de Diestpoort en het kasteel in Batavia 1779

This 1779 etching by Dutch artist Mathias de Sallieth, entitled "Gezichten op de Diestpoort en het kasteel in Batavia" depicts two panoramic views of the Diestpoort (Diest Gate) and the castle in Batavia (present-day Jakarta, Indonesia). The artwork offers a glimpse into the 18th-century colonial city during the Dutch East India Company's rule, featuring a detailed depiction of the cityscape, including buildings, fortifications, and everyday life activities. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the Dutch artistic legacy of colonial exploration and the cultural exchange between Europe and Asia.