Gezicht op Kupang vanuit de zee, Timor 1821

This pencil drawing, "Gezicht op Kupang vanuit de zee, Timor" by Adrianus Johannes Bik, depicts a view of the Indonesian city of Kupang from the sea. Created in 1821, the artwork shows a minimalist, yet detailed, portrayal of the cityscape, emphasizing the coastline and a few ships on the water. Bik, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes, captured the essence of Kupang's environment during the Dutch colonial period in a simple, elegant style. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Bik's talent for capturing the atmosphere and details of his subjects.