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Zilver uit Batavia - Silver from Batavia: Religious and Everyday Silver Objects from the Time of the Dutch East India Exhibition 000 large and small islandsThis 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