Zilver uit Batavia - Silver from Batavia: Religious and Everyday Silver Objects from the Time of the Dutch East India

This publication offers a fascinating glimpse into the unique material culture of Batavia (present-day Jakarta) during the 17th and 18th centuries, when the Dutch East India Company held sway. It focuses on the exquisite silver objects created and used by the Company's officials and other residents, showcasing the fusion of Eastern and Western artistic influences. The book highlights how the influx of silver, particularly after the capture of a Spanish fleet, enabled the creation of culturally significant items, ranging from tea trays to salt cellars.

Zilver uit Batavia draws primarily from the Gemeentemuseum The Hague's world-renowned collection – the largest and most comprehensive collection of Batavian silver. It provides a compelling overview of this unique historical period and the distinctive silverwork that emerged, offering insights into the daily life and cultural expressions of this vibrant colonial society. Richly illustrated with color photographs of the silver pieces.

Publication Details:

• Author: Titus M. Eliens
• Publisher: W Books (2013)
• Language: English and Dutch
• Format: Hardcover (no dust jacket as issued)
• Pagination: 128 pages
• Dimensions: 20 x 26 cm
• ISBN: 9789040003615

Condition:

• Book: Fine condition. The covers are clean and unworn. The binding is tight and all pages are securely attached. Internally, the book is pristine, with no markings, tears, or creases. The text and illustrations are bright and clear.
• Dust Jacket: As issued, this book was published without a dust jacket.