This image is not available because of copyright

Merchant and an Enslaved Servant

anonymous, anonymous, anoniem, anoniem, c. 1750 - c. 1799

A merchant had himself portrayed against a background of merchant ships and barrels. These refer to his trading activities. The enslaved boy with a parasol emphasizes his status. Many Europeans migrated to Surinam in the 18th century, hoping to make a quick fortune in trade or on the sugar and coffee plantations.

  • Artwork typepainting
  • Object numberSK-C-1760
  • Dimensionsheight 77.2 cm x width 66.8 cm, height 69.5 cm x width 58.9 cm
  • Physical characteristicsolieverf op doek