View of a Chinese Cemetery, near Coupang, Timor, from 'Voyage Autour du Monde sur les Corvettes de L'Uranie 1817-20'

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"View of a Chinese Cemetery, near Coupang, Timor" is an evocative illustration created by Jacques Etienne Victor Arago, a French artist and explorer, during his participation in the scientific expedition aboard the corvettes Uranie and Physicienne from 1817 to 1820. This artwork is part of Arago's broader collection of illustrations and observations published in the travelogue "Voyage Autour du Monde sur les Corvettes de L'Uranie 1817-20," which documents the journey led by Captain Louis de Freycinet. The expedition aimed to conduct scientific research and gather geographic, ethnographic, and natural history data from various parts of the world.

Arago's illustration captures a serene yet poignant scene of a Chinese cemetery located near Coupang (present-day Kupang) on the island of Timor, which was then part of the Dutch East Indies. The artwork is notable for its detailed depiction of the cemetery's landscape, including traditional Chinese tombstones and the surrounding natural environment. This visual representation provides valuable insights into the cultural practices and burial customs of the Chinese community in Timor during the early 19th century.

The cemetery scene is rendered with a keen eye for detail and an appreciation for the cultural diversity encountered during the expedition. Arago's work is characterized by its ethnographic accuracy and artistic sensitivity, reflecting the broader objectives of the Uranie expedition to document and understand the various cultures and environments encountered during their circumnavigation.

Arago's contributions to the expedition's documentation were significant, as his illustrations complemented the scientific and descriptive texts, offering a visual narrative that enriched the overall understanding of the regions explored. "View of a Chinese Cemetery, near Coupang, Timor" stands as a testament to the intersection of art and science in the age of exploration, highlighting the importance of visual documentation in the study of global cultures and histories.

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