Gezicht op een landschap bij Samarang 1853 - 1854

"Gezicht op een landschap bij Samarang" (View of a landscape near Samarang) is a lithograph by Carl Wilhelm Mieling, a German painter known for his depictions of Southeast Asian landscapes. The artwork, created between 1853 and 1854, showcases a panoramic vista of the Indonesian city of Semarang. From a slightly elevated viewpoint, the viewer observes a vast paddy field, divided into squares, with the city in the distance and palm trees dotting the landscape. This detailed depiction offers a glimpse into the daily life and agricultural practices of the region, capturing the beauty of the natural surroundings during the Dutch colonial era.