Batavia. Huizen aan de kali met bomen ertussen c. 1921

"Batavia. Huizen aan de kali met bomen ertussen," is an etching by Willem Witsen, created around 1921. The artwork depicts a view of houses along a canal in Batavia (now Jakarta, Indonesia). The scene is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with the artist capturing the traditional architecture and lush vegetation of the area. Witsen, a Dutch painter and printmaker, was known for his depictions of urban life and landscapes, often exploring themes of social realism and cultural exchange. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the colonial city of Batavia in the early 20th century.