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43x32 original antique advertising poster for the
Colonial Exhibition held in Semarang, Java (modern-day Indonesia), in 1914.
Designed by the Dutch artist Albert Pieter Hahn (also known as Albert Hahn Sr.), the artwork features a central figure of a Javanese woman or bride in traditional batik clothing. She is depicted beneath an ornate archway framed by stylized golden palm trees.
Key Details of the Exhibition
Purpose: The event, known in Dutch as the Koloniale Tentoonstelling, was intended to provide a comprehensive view of the Dutch East Indies during what was described as its "prosperous condition".
Scale: It was the first large-scale exposition in the Dutch East Indies and is celebrated as one of the largest art and trade events ever held in Indonesia at the time.
Timeline: The exhibition took place from August 20 through November 22, 1914.
Participation: The trade expo included arts and crafts pavilions with participation from 20 different countries.
The Artist and Poster
Albert Hahn (1877–1918) was a prominent Dutch designer and illustrator. The poster was printed by Ellerman, Harms & Co. in Amsterdam. Various versions of this poster exist, including those with "Java" added to the bottom text, often seen in modern reprints and restored versions. |
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