Gezicht op Colombo 1765 - 1775

"Gezicht op Colombo" is a 1765-1775 pen and ink drawing by Johannes Rach, depicting the cityscape of Colombo, Sri Lanka. The view is from the harbor, showcasing the town's buildings and fortifications, with ships sailing in the foreground. Rach's detailed depiction captures the vibrant trading hub of Colombo during the Dutch colonial period, reflecting the city's importance in global commerce at the time. The drawing's simplicity and focus on architectural features make it a valuable historical and visual record of 18th-century Colombo.