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Front and Waterside views of the English Fort at Bombay, 1672 (engraving)
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Front and Waterside views of the English Fort at Bombay, 1672 (engraving)
STC434931 Front and Waterside views of the English Fort at Bombay, 1672 (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Beschreibung der Ost-Indischen Kusten Malabar und Coromandel... als auch der Insel Zeylon... or A True and Exact Description of the most Celebrated East India Coasts of Malabar and Coromandel and also of the Isle of Ceylon by Philip Baldaeus (1632-72), pub. 1672; Father Philippus Baldaeus, Baelde or Philip Balde was a missionary and representative of the Dutch East India Company in Ceylon for 10 years; ); The Stapleton Collection; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22920272
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This engraving, titled "Front and Waterside views of the English Fort at Bombay, 1672" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The artwork showcases the impressive fortification built by the English in Bombay during the colonial era. The Dutch School artist skillfully captures both the front and waterside perspectives of this grand structure, allowing us to appreciate its architectural beauty and strategic design. The fort stands tall against a picturesque landscape, symbolizing power and dominance. Published in Philip Baldaeus' renowned book "Beschreibung der Ost-Indischen Kusten Malabar und Coromandel. . . als auch der Insel Zeylon" this engraving offers a glimpse into India's colonial past. Baldaeus himself was an influential figure as a missionary and representative of the Dutch East India Company in Ceylon. As we delve into this artwork, we are transported to a time when European powers sought control over distant lands for trade and influence. The fort represents not only physical protection but also serves as a reminder of imperialism's impact on South Asia. Through this print from Fine Art Finder's Stapleton Collection, we can explore different facets of history - from architecture to colonialism - all within one frame. It is an invitation to reflect upon our shared heritage while appreciating the artistic mastery that brings these stories alive centuries later.
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