Kankantri boom 1839

“Kankantri boom” is a lithograph by Dutch artist Paulus Lauters from 1839. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a large, towering tree in a tropical landscape, likely in the Dutch East Indies. Lauters was known for his detailed depictions of flora and fauna, evident in the meticulous rendering of the tree's branches, leaves, and roots. The image captures the grandeur of the natural world and highlights the specific features of the kankantri tree, a significant species in the region.