Portret van jonkheer Marten Wilhelmus Bowier, gezagvoerder van de S. S. Curaçao in Nederlands-Indië 1870 - 1890

This portrait, created by Woodbury & Page between 1870 and 1890, depicts Jonkheer Marten Wilhelmus Bowier, the captain of the S.S. Curaçao in the Dutch East Indies. The photograph captures Bowier in a formal setting, clad in a naval uniform adorned with medals and insignia. This small format portrait, measuring 85mm in height and 51mm in width, serves as a historical record of a prominent figure in the Dutch colonial era. The image provides a glimpse into the life and career of a captain during the period of Dutch rule in Indonesia, showcasing the attire and rank of a naval officer.