Gezicht op een plantage, mogelijk Rust en Werk. before 1859

"Gezicht op een plantage, mogelijk Rust en Werk." is a lithograph by Dutch artist Hendrik Huygens (1810-1867) depicting a plantation scene. Created before 1859, the artwork provides a glimpse into the colonial landscape of the Dutch East Indies, highlighting the presence of European buildings and the labor of local people. The scene includes a canal, several structures, and individuals working on a boat and on a wooden structure in the foreground. This artwork is a valuable historical record of the Dutch colonial era, providing insights into the intersection of European and indigenous cultures in the region.