Where every ship gets its story
In the Sculpture Workshop at Museum Batavialand, the craft of carving comes to life. This is where the beautiful ornaments that you see all over the shipyard and ship, such as the Batavia, are made. In the seventeenth century, these ornaments were not only pleasing to the eye, but also a symbol of power and status. Every detail reflected the wealth and ambition of the ship owners. Creating these works of art requires many different types of hand tools and a good dose of patience and craftsmanship.
