Josias Cornelis Rappard (24 April 1824 – 17 May 1898) was a Dutch soldier and artist [1]. He served as a colonel in the infantry of the Royal Dutch East Indies Army. Rappard is known for his paintings and drawings depicting life in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) Some of his paintings were made into lithographs [1].

Rappard created lithographs of various subjects, including botanical gardens, lakes, food vendors, and other scenes in Java, Indonesia His lithographs provide a visual representation of the landscapes, people, and culture of Java during his time.

These lithographs by Josias Cornelis Rappard can be found in various collections and online platforms, such as the Tropenmuseum and Mary Evans Prints Online They offer a glimpse into the past and serve as historical records of the places and scenes depicted.