Plaquette ter gelegenheid van het 50-jarig bestaan van de Nederlands-Indische Maatschappij in rijtuigen en automobielen v/h F.J. Fuchs en Rens, 1886 - 1936 1936

This plaquette was crafted by the Koninklijke Utrechtsche Fabriek van Zilverwerken van C.J. Begeer to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Dutch-Indian company in carriages and automobiles v/h F.J. Fuchs en Rens. Consider the historical context of this commemorative object, which marks a milestone for a company deeply entwined with Dutch colonialism. It reflects the complex dynamics of identity, power and wealth during this era. The company's trade in carriages and automobiles facilitated the movement of colonizers and goods throughout the Dutch East Indies. The plaquette invites us to consider the complex legacy of colonialism and its impact on both colonizers and colonized. It serves as a reminder of the human cost of economic expansion and the importance of critically examining historical narratives.