The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly, Bengal by Hendrik van Schuylenburgh. A detailed bird's-eye view of a fortified Dutch trading lodge in Bengal, featuring ships on the river, elephants, and a bustling courtyard with figures.

The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly, Bengal

Hendrik van Schuylenburgh

1665 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An intricate 17th-century topographical painting depicting the sprawling Dutch East India Company lodge in Hooghly.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with rich warm-brown color — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Library
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Rich brown, Soft gray, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1665 by Hendrik van Schuylenburgh, this remarkable oil painting provides a panoramic view of the VOC trading post in Bengal. The composition captures the intersection of European commerce and local life, featuring detailed architectural gardens, sailing vessels on the Hooghly River, and figures with elephants moving through the surrounding landscape.

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