Sluis op de plantage Palmeniribo te Suriname 1708

This detailed drawing by Dirk Valkenburg from 1708, depicts a sluis or lock on the Palmeniribo plantation in Suriname. The drawing focuses on the structure's wooden framework and mechanics, which would have been crucial for regulating water flow and facilitating agricultural processes. This meticulous depiction reflects the importance of technology and infrastructure in colonial Suriname, and provides a glimpse into the practical realities of plantation life. The drawing's precise and detailed style is characteristic of Valkenburg's work, which often documented colonial architecture and landscapes.