Gezicht op een dorp en de vulkaan Semeru op Java 1869
johanconradgreive
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aged paper
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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pencil sketch
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earthy tone
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coloured pencil
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watercolour illustration
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mixed medium
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watercolor
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warm toned green
"Gezicht op een dorp en de vulkaan Semeru op Java" (View of a Village and the Semeru Volcano on Java) is an 1869 watercolor by Johan Conrad Greive, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and cityscapes. The painting depicts a Javanese village nestled at the foot of the active volcano Mount Semeru. Greive masterfully captures the lush vegetation, the meandering river, and the imposing presence of the volcano, providing a glimpse into the natural beauty and daily life of Java during the 19th century. This artwork is currently part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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