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Governor-General Jan Pietersz Coen, 1620-1675. Creator: Anon
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Governor-General Jan Pietersz Coen, 1620-1675. Creator: Anon
Governor-General Jan Pietersz Coen, 1620-1675
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Dutch East India Company Dutch East Indies Governor Governor General United East India Company Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie
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This striking 17th century oil on panel painting depicts Jan Pietersz Coen (1620-1675), the influential Dutch colonial figure who served as the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies from 1659 until his death in 1675. Coen's tenure was marked by significant expansion of the Dutch East India Company's (VOC) territories in the Indonesian archipelago, particularly in the cities of Batavia (now Jakarta) and Amboina. The painting captures Coen as a confident and authoritative figure, dressed in the attire of a Dutch nobleman, with a stern expression and piercing gaze. His left hand rests on a globe, symbolizing his far-reaching influence and control over the Dutch East Indies. The background scene suggests a bustling port city, with ships and figures in the distance, reflecting the importance of trade and industry during this period. Coen's legacy is complex, as his rule was marked by both economic prosperity and brutal colonial practices, including the infamous Amboina Massacre of 1623. Despite this, he is remembered as a key figure in the Dutch East India Company's rise to global power and influence. This anonymous painting is an intriguing depiction of a pivotal figure in Dutch and world history, and a testament to the artistic and cultural heritage of the Low Countries during the seventeenth century. It is a valuable addition to any art centre or gallery collection, and is sure to be a captivating exhibit for visitors interested in history, industry, and the human experience.
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