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Philipp Franz von Siebold, chief factor on Deshima

Obunsai · 1823 - 1830 · plakken; painting technique; penseel in kleuren; paper; wood (plant material); silk

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About this work

A Dutch official (probably Philipp Franz von Siebold, chief physician on Deshima from 1823 to 1830) dictating a letter to a scribe. Beside him a Javanese (?) servant with a bowl and tray, a boy with a red cap, and a figure seen from behind with a saber and holding his hat (the deputy or medical assistant?). Signed.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description

Subjects

kakemono hanging scroll Philipp Franz von Siebold Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie Deshima

Credit linePhilipp Franz von Siebold, oppermeester op Deshima. 1823 - 1830. Obunsai. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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