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Wedding Procession in the Salak Valley, Puncak – Java Cultural Lithograph, 1872
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About the Item
Wedding Procession in the Salak Valley, Puncak Pass near nowadays Bogor, – Java Cultural Lithograph, Published 1872
This festive and culturally rich chromolithograph captures a traditional Javanese wedding procession in the scenic Salakh Valley, part of the Buitenzorg (Bogor) region in West Java, some 100 miles from Jakarta. It is plate number 15 from the celebrated folio 'Java, naar schilderijen en teekeningen van A. Salm', lithographed by J.C. Greive Jr. and published by Frans Buffa
Zonen in Amsterdam circa 1872.
Set against a majestic mountain backdrop and framed by groves of palms and thatched houses, the scene presents a vivid portrayal of communal life and ceremonial tradition in 19th-century Java. The central procession winds through the open landscape, with a group of men carrying a beautifully decorated palanquin—presumably bearing the bride—under a canopy. Others walk alongside playing instruments or bearing gifts and umbrellas, while onlookers from the village watch the event unfold.
The thatched rooftops, tropical vegetation, and gently flowing stream in the foreground enrich the setting, emphasizing the harmony between nature and tradition. Towering above the landscape is a rugged volcano or mountain, rendered in soft blues and greys, giving the scene a sense of grandeur and permanence.
Abram Salm, who lived in Java for nearly thirty years, had an eye for moments of everyday life as well as dramatic landscapes. This print balances both, capturing the spirit of Javanese celebration within a majestic natural environment. J.C. Greive’s lithography, enhanced by subtle hand-coloring, brings out the lively reds, golds, and greens of the procession while retaining atmospheric depth in the background.
This plate is a standout from the series for its ethnographic and narrative value. It not only preserves the ceremonial traditions of rural Java but also reflects the Dutch 19th-century fascination with the culture and customs of the East Indies.
Condition report:
This lithograph is in very good condition. The image area is clean and vibrant, with no visible damage or discoloration. The wide margins show light foxing typical of the period and some minor age-related toning. The original printed title ticket is present in the lower right margin.
Framing suggestion:
To highlight the vibrant procession and natural tones, a frame in dark tropical hardwood or classic black would work beautifully. Use a wide off-white archival mat to balance the composition and draw focus to the figures. Museum-quality UV glass will help preserve the hand-colored details and prevent fading over time.
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The complete list from this work below. A large number of them available for purchase in my shop:
1. Het land Tjitarap; Assistent-Residentie Buitenzorg
The land of Tjitarap; Assistant Residency of Buitenzorg
2. De Vulkaan de Smeroe; genomen uit de Residentie Pasoeroean
The volcano Smeroe; seen from the Pasoeroean Residency
3. Waterval Singahan; Residentie Rembang
The Singahan Waterfall; Rembang Residency
4. De Suikerfabriek Pangka; Residentie Tagal
The sugar factory Pangka; Tagal Residency
5. Gezicht op het land Tjiliboet; Assistent-Residentie Buitenzorg
View of the land of Tjiliboet; Assistant Residency of Buitenzorg
6. De kleine Baai Srigonjo, zuidkust van Java; Assistent-Residentie Malang, Residentie Pasoeroean
The small bay of Srigonjo, south coast of Java; Assistant Residency of Malang, Pasoeroean Residency
7. Anjer, straat Sunda, Noordkust van Java; Residentie Bantam
Anjer, Sunda Strait, north coast of Java; Bantam Residency
8. De Vuurspuwende Berg Bromo in 1856; Residentie Probolingo
The erupting Mount Bromo in 1856; Probolingo Residency
9. Gezicht op de rivier de Solo; Assistent-Residentie Toeban, Residentie Rembang
View of the Solo River; Assistant Residency of Toeban, Rembang Residency
10. Gezicht op het Kawische Gebergte en op de Tabaks-onderneming; Assistent-Residentie Malang
View of the Kawische Mountains and a tobacco plantation; Assistant Residency of Malang
11. Weg van Buitenzorg naar de Vallei van den Salakh; Residentie Buitenzorg
Road from Buitenzorg to the Valley of Salakh; Buitenzorg Residency
12. De Rivier Brantas als Bergstroom; Residentie Pasoeroean
The Brantas River as a mountain stream; Pasoeroean Residency
13. Landschap in de Bataviasche ommelanden
Landscape in the surroundings of Batavia
14. Landschap in het Malangsche; Residentie Pasoeroean
Landscape in the Malang region; Pasoeroean Residency
15. Huwelijks-optocht in de Vallei van den Salakh
Wedding procession in the Valley of Salakh
16. Landschap in de Residentie Bantam
Landscape in the Bantam Residency
17. Gezicht op het land Kedong Badak en den grooten weg naar Buitenzorg
View of the land Kedong Badak and the main road to Buitenzorg
18. Dorpsfeest in de omstreken van den Ardjoeno; Residentie Soerabaja
Village festival in the surroundings of Mount Ardjoeno; Soerabaja Residency
19. Landschap bij maneschijn in de omstreken van Sumedang; Preanger regentschappen
Moonlit landscape in the surroundings of Sumedang; Preanger regencies
20. Woest Landschap; oosthoek van Java
Wild landscape; eastern corner of Java
21. De Badplaats Wendit, Assistent-Residentie Malang; Residentie Pasoeroean
The spa resort Wendit, Assistant Residency of Malang; Pasoeroean Residency
22. In het Tengersche Gebergte, oosthoek van Java
In the Tengger Mountains, eastern corner of Java
23. De groote weg van Buitenzorg, langs het land Tjsaroa over den Mogamendong, naar de Preanger Regentschappen
The main road from Buitenzorg, past the land of Tjsaroa over the Mogamendong, to the Preanger Regencies
24. In het Sumedangsche; Preanger Regentschappen
In the Sumedang region; Preanger Regencies
- Dimensions:Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1872
- Condition:This lithograph is in very good condition. The image area is clean and vibrant, with no visible damage or discoloration. The wide margins show light foxing typical of the period and some minor age-related toning. The original title ticket is attached.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13532-81stDibs: LU3054344971972
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