Former Dutch East Indies Collection

Portrait Mattheus de Haan Governor-General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Mattheus de Haan, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Governor General (1725-29)

Portrait Pieter Governor-General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Pieter Both, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Pieter Both (1550-1615), Governor-General (1610-14). Halfway to the left

Portrait Jan Pietersz Coen Governor General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Jan Pietersz Coen, Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Jan Pietersz Coen (1587-1629). Governor General (1619-23 and 1627-29)

Portrait Pieter de Carpentier Governor-General
Portrait of Pieter de Carpentier, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Pieter de Carpentier (1586-1659). Governor General (1623-1627). Standing, half-way, left

Portrait Rycklof van Goens Governor-General Dutch East India Company
Portrait of Rycklof van Goens, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Rycklof van Goens (1619-82). Governor General (1678-81). Half to the right

Portrait Petrus Albertus van der Parra Governor General
Portrait of Petrus Albertus van der Parra, Governor General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Petrus Albertus van der Parra (1714-75) Governor General (1761-75)

Portrait Adriaan Valckenier Governor-General
Portrait of Adriaan Valckenier, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Adriaan Valckenier (1695-1751). Governor General (1737-41)

Portrait Jacob Mossel Governor-General Dutch East India Company
Portrait of Jacob Mossel, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Jacob Mossel (1704-61). Governor General (1750-61). Hip piece, standing in armor to the left

Portrait Gustaaf Willem Baron van Imhoff Governor-General
Portrait of Gustaaf Willem, Baron van Imhoff, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Gustaaf Willem baron van Imhoff (1705-50). Governor General (1743-50)

Portrait Johannes Thedens Governor-General Dutch East India Company
Portrait of Johannes Thedens, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Johannes Thedens (1680-1748). Governor General (1741-43)

Hendrik Swaardecroon 1667-1728 Governor General
Hendrik Swaardecroon (1667-1728). Governor General (1718-25), Portrait of Hendrik Swaardecroon (1667-1728). Governor General (1718-25). Standing behind a table, half-length, and face

Portrait Dirk van Cloon Governor-General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Dirk van Cloon, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Dirk van Cloon (1688-1735). Governor General (1730-35). Standing halfway to the right, in armor

Portrait Christopher van Swoll Swol Zwol Governor General
Portrait of Christopher van Swoll (Swol, Zwol), Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Christoffel van Swoll (1663-1718). Governor General (1713-18)

Dirk Fock 1858-1941 Governor General 1921-26
Dirk Fock (1858-1941). Governor General (1921-26), Portrait of Dirk Fock (1858-1941). Governor General (1921-26). Knee, standing, to the left, in front of a chair by a table

Johannes Benedictus van Heutsz 1851-1924 Governor General
Johannes Benedictus van Heutsz (1851-1924). Governor General (1904-09), Portrait of Johannes Benedictus van Heutsz (1851-1924). Governor General (1905-1909)

Carel Herman Aart van der Wijck 1840-1914 Governor General
Carel Herman Aart van der Wijck (1840-1914). Governor General (1893-99), Portrait of Carel Herman Aart van der Wijck (1840-1914). Governor General (1893-99)

Otto van Rees 1823-92 Governor General 1884-88
Otto van Rees (1823-92). Governor General (1884-88), Portrait of Otto van Rees (1823-92). Governor General (1884-88). Knee, standing, and face

Willem Rooseboom 1843-1920 Governor General 1899-1904
Willem Rooseboom (1843-1920). Governor General (1899-1904), Portrait of Willem Rooseboom (1843-1920). Governor General (1899-1904). Knee, standing to the left, the face turned to the viewer

Portrait Hendrik Brouwer Governor-General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Hendrik Brouwer, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Hendrik Brouwer (1581-1643). Governor General (1632-36). Standing, halfway, slightly to the right

Hendrik Swaardecroon 1718-1725 Portrait Hendrick Zwaardecroon
Hendrik Swaardecroon (1718-1725) Portrait of Hendrik Swaardecroon (Hendrick Zwaardecroon), Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Hendrik Swaardecroon (1667-1728)

Portrait Jeremias van Riemsdijk Governor-General
Portrait of Jeremias van Riemsdijk, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Jeremias van Riemsdijk (1712-77). Governor General (1775-77). Hip piece, standing to the left

Baron Gustaaf Willem van Imhoff 1743-1750 Portrait
Baron Gustaaf Willem van Imhoff (1743-1750) Portrait of Gustaaf Willem, Baron van Imhoff, Governor General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Gustaaf Willem baron van Imhoff (1705-50)

Johannes Thedens 1741-1743 Portrait Governor-General
Johannes Thedens (1741-1743) Portrait of Johannes Thedens, Governor-General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Johannes Thedens (1680-1748). Governor General (1741-43)

Portrait Rycklof van Goens Governor-General 1619-82
Portrait of Rycklof van Goens, Governor-General, Portrait of Rycklof van Goens (1619-82). Governor General (1678-81). Half to the right

Diederik van Durven 1729-1730 Portrait Governor General
Diederik van Durven (1729-1730), Portrait of Diederik van Durven, Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Diederik van Durven (1676-1740). Governor General (1729-30)

Portrait Jacques Specx Governor-General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Jacques Specx, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Jacques Specx (born 1588). Governor General (1629-32). Halfway to the left

Abraham Patras 1735-1737 Portrait Governor General
Abraham Patras (1735-1737), Portrait of Abraham Patras, Governor General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Abraham Patras (1671-1737) Governor General (1735-37)

Adriaan Valckenier 1737-1741 Portrait Governor General
Adriaan Valckenier (1737-1741) Portrait of Adriaan Valckenier, Governor General of the Dutch East India Company, Portrait of Adriaan Valckenier (1695-1751). Governor General (1737-41)

Dirk van Cloon 1730-1735 Portrait Governor General
Dirk van Cloon (1730-1735), Portrait of Dirk van Cloon, Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Dirk van Cloon (1684-1735) Governor General (1730-35). Standing halfway to the right

Matthew de Haan 1725-1729 Portrait Governor-General
Matthew de Haan (1725-1729) Portrait of Matthew de Haan, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Mattheus de Haan (1663-1729). Governor General (1725-29)

Christopher van Swoll 1713-1718 Portrait Swol
Christopher van Swoll (1713-1718), Portrait of Christopher van Swoll (Swol, Zwol), Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Christopher van Swoll (1663-1718)

Portrait Joan Maetsuyker Governor-General Dutch East Indies
Portrait of Joan Maetsuyker, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Joan Maetsuyker (1606-78). Governor General (1653-78). Half way, in oval, to the right. Top left the family crest

Joan van Hoorn 1653-1711 Governor General 1704-09
Joan van Hoorn (1653-1711). Governor General (1704-09), Portrait of Joan van Hoorn (1653-1711). Governor General (1704-09). Half-body, in oval, command staff in the right hand

Abraham van Riebeeck 1709-1713 Portrait 1653-1713
Abraham van Riebeeck (1709-1713), Portrait of Abraham van Riebeeck (1653-1713). Governor General (1709-13). Standing, half-length, in oval, facing

Frederiks Jacob 1822-1901 Governor General 1880-84
Frederiks Jacob (1822-1901). Governor General (1880-84), Portrait of Frederiks Jacob (1822-1901). Governor General (1880-84). Knee, standing with the stitch in the right hand, slightly to the left

Pieter Mijer 1812-81 Governor General 1866-71
Pieter Mijer (1812-81). Governor General (1866-71), Portrait of Pieter Mijer (1812-81). Governor General (1866-71). Knee, standing, and face

James Loudon 1824-1900 Governor General 1871-75
James Loudon (1824-1900). Governor General (1871-75), Portrait of James Loudon (1824-1900). Governor General (1871-75). Knee, standing to the left, face and face

Charles Ferdinand Pahud 1803-73 Governor General
Charles Ferdinand Pahud (1803-73). Governor General (1855-61), Portrait of Charles Ferdinand Pahud de Mortanges (1803-73). Governor General (1855-61)

Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge 1830-1906 Governor General
Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge (1830-1906). Governor General (1875-1880), Portrait of Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge (1830-1906). Governor General (1875-1880)

Portrait Jan Jacob Rochussen Governor-General
Portrait of Jan Jacob Rochussen, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Jan Jacob Rochussen (1797-1871). Governor General (1845-51). Knee, standing to the left

Cornelis Pijnacker Hordijk 1847-1908 Governor General
Cornelis Pijnacker Hordijk (1847-1908). Governor General (1888-93), Portrait of Cornelis Pijnacker Hordijk (1847-1908). Governor General (1888-93). Knee, standing, slightly to the right

Albertus Jacob Duymaer van Twist 1809-87 Governor General
Albertus Jacob Duymaer van Twist (1809-87). Governor General (1851-55), Portrait of Albertus Jacob Duymaer van Twist (1809-87). Governor General (1851-55). Hip piece, standing, and face, in oval

Pieter Merkus 1787-1844 Governor General 1841-44
Pieter Merkus (1787-1844). Governor General (1841-44), Portrait of Pieter Merkus (1787-1844). Governor General (1841-44). Knee pad

Ludolph Anne Jan Wilt Baron Sloet van de Beele (1806-90). Governor General (1861-66), Portrait of Ludolph Anne Jan Wilt Baron Sloet van de Beele (1806-90). Governor General (1861-66)

Portrait Dominique Jacques de Eerens Governor General
Portrait of Dominique Jacques de Eerens, Governor General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Dominique Jacques de Eerens (1781-1840) Governor General (1835-40). Knee, standing, and face

Portrait Jean ChrA ten Baud Governor-General ad interim
Portrait of Jean Chre ten Baud, Governor-General ad interim of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Jean Chre ten Baud (1789-1859). Governor-General ad interim (1833-35)

Cornelis Theodorus Elout 1767-1841 Commissioner General
Cornelis Theodorus Elout (1767-1841). Commissioner General (1816-19), Portrait of Cornelis Theodorus Elout (1767-1841). Commissioner General (1816-19)

Gilbert Elliot 1st Earl Minto 1751-1814 Viceroy
Gilbert Elliot, 1st Earl of Minto (1751-1814), Viceroy of British India and Governor General of the Dutch East Indies (1812-14), Portrait of Gilbert Elliot, first count of Minto (1751- 1814)

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The former Dutch East Indies, a captivating era in history, is brought to life through the portraits of its esteemed Governors-General. Mattheus de Haan, Pieter, Jan Pietersz Coen, and Pieter de Carpentier are among those who governed this influential colony. Their portraits serve as reminders of their significant roles in shaping the destiny of this vast territory. Rycklof van Goens and Petrus Albertus van der Parra were also distinguished Governors-General during the reign of the Dutch East India Company. Their leadership left an indelible mark on the region's development and trade. Adriaan Valckenier's portrait stands as a testament to his tenure as Governor-General, showcasing his contributions to both governance and commerce. Jacob Mossel and Gustaaf Willem Baron van Imhoff furthered these efforts during their respective terms. Johannes Thedens' portrait serves as a reminder of his time under the auspices of the Dutch East India Company. His role in maintaining order and expanding influence cannot be understated. Hendrik Swaardecroon's portrait symbolizes stability during his governorship from 1667-1728. His dedication to public service helped solidify Dutch control over this prosperous colony. Lastly, Dirk van Cloon's portrait represents another chapter in the history of the former Dutch East Indies. As Governor-General, he navigated political challenges while overseeing economic growth within this vital trading hub. These portraits collectively tell a story of ambition, power struggles, economic prosperity, and cultural exchange that defined the former Dutch East Indies for centuries. They offer us glimpses into an intriguing past that continues to shape our understanding of Southeast Asia today.