Manumissie van de tot slaaf gemaakte Christoffel Possibly 1849

"Manumissie van de tot slaaf gemaakte Christoffel" is a document of manumission for a slave named Christoffel, possibly dated 1849. This document, which is likely an official document from the Dutch colony of Suriname, signifies the release of Christoffel from slavery. The artwork, created by an anonymous artist, highlights the historical practice of manumission, offering insight into the complex social structure of colonial Suriname. The text of the document itself is written in Dutch and likely includes details about the emancipation process, the conditions of Christoffel’s freedom, and possibly the individual who granted it.