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Detail of The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly 1665 A. D
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Size: 5954 x 3522 (5.7MB)
Date: 1st February 1754
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Detail of The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly 1665 A. D
Detail of The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly 1665. Commissioned by Pieter Sterthemius.Nederlandsch Museum
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Elephants Painting Trade East India Company Ganges River Hooghly Trading Post
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the bustling trading post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly, circa 1665. Commissioned by Pieter Sterthemius and preserved at the Nederlandsch Museum, this exquisite painting showcases a remarkable level of detail that transports us to an era filled with trade, exploration, and cultural exchange. The scene unfolds along the majestic Ganges River, where ships from distant lands docked alongside each other. The trading post stands proudly amidst a vibrant landscape adorned with lush greenery and exotic flora. Elephants gracefully traverse through the foreground, symbolizing both power and prosperity. Every brushstroke reveals intricate architectural elements of the trading post itself - its grandeur reflecting the immense wealth generated through global commerce. The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows us to imagine merchants haggling over precious goods such as spices, silks, and porcelain within these very walls. This image not only captures a significant historical moment but also serves as a testament to human curiosity and ambition. It reminds us of how different cultures converged here on this riverbank centuries ago – sharing knowledge, ideas, and resources that shaped our modern world. As we gaze upon this stunning print from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back in time; it is almost as if we can hear the echoes of bustling markets mingling with whispers carried by gentle river breezes. This artwork invites us to explore history's tapestry woven together by brave explorers who dared venture into
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