Oorlog op Java, groot draagteken uitgereikt aan de deelnemers, ter ere van Willem I Frederik, koning der Nederlanden 1830
davidvander18041879kellen
rijksmuseum
metal, bronze, sculpture
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portrait
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medieval
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narrative-art
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metal
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sculpture
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bronze
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sculpture
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history-painting
"Oorlog op Java" is a collection of medals created in 1830 by David van der Kellen to commemorate Dutch involvement in the Java War. These octagonal medals, housed in the Rijksmuseum, are a testament to the history of Dutch colonialism in Indonesia. They offer a glimpse into the complex narratives surrounding the Dutch East Indies, highlighting the importance of historical artifacts in understanding cultural and political events.
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