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Adrianus Johannes Bik (1790-1872) was a Dutch artist born in Duinkerke and died in Brussels. Bik is known for his drawings of the Indonesian archipelago, a result of his time spent as a civil servant in the Dutch East Indies from 1821 until 1826. His detailed sketches capture the landscape, flora and fauna, and local people, providing valuable insights into the region's culture and daily life during that era. His works offer a glimpse into the artistic documentation of colonial encounters and the ethnographic perspectives of the time.
Born
1790-01-13
Birth place
Duinkerke
Died
1872-10-01
Death place
Brussel (stad)