Ontmoeting tussen gouverneur-generaal Janssens en de Xhosa leider Gaika, 1803 1808 - 1810

This hand-colored print, *Ontmoeting tussen gouverneur-generaal Janssens en de Xhosa leider Gaika, 1803*, depicts the meeting of Dutch Governor-General Janssens and the Xhosa leader Gaika in 1803. It was created by Ludwig Gottlieb Portman between 1808 and 1810, and highlights the conflict between Dutch settlers and Xhosa tribes in South Africa during the 19th century. The print captures the historical significance of this meeting, showcasing the complex relations between the two groups. The detail of the landscape and the depiction of the figures provide insight into the historical context and serve as a valuable document for understanding the colonial history of South Africa.