Boom op Ceylon. Singalese schalmij 1785

"Boom op Ceylon. Singalese schalmij" (Tree on Ceylon. Singalese Schalmij) is a watercolor on paper by Dutch artist Jan Brandes, dated 1785. The work depicts two palm trees in a simple, illustrative style, with a single Singalese schalmij, a type of musical instrument, depicted at the top of the page. This work exemplifies Brandes's interest in the flora and fauna of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, where he traveled during his artistic career. The painting is a testament to Brandes's keen observation of his surroundings and his ability to capture the essence of a place through his art.