Model of a Javanese Marketplace

anoniem, c. 1830 - c. 1860

Models like this one were intended as souvenirs for Europeans. They reflect a clear-cut, idealized view of colonial society that bore little relation to reality. The 154 figurines made of bread dough represent different population groupsgroups. Dancers, a gamelan orchestra and a dignitary and his entourage all mingling in the marketplace. The latter looks much like the painted court officials on view elsewhere in this gallery.

  • Artwork typemodel
  • Object numberNG-2009-134
  • Dimensionsheight 49 cm x width 69 cm x depth 22 cm