Grafbord van Arnoldus van Wachtendonck (gestorven 1668), plaatsvervangend directeur van Bengalen (1665-68) 1668

This 17th century "Grafbord" or funeral plaque, depicts the coat of arms of Arnoldus van Wachtendonck, a Dutch official who served as the Deputy Director of Bengal. The plaque features a shield displaying a fleur-de-lis in gold and red, surrounded by intricate, stylized floral designs in gold and red. The inscription, "OBYT WA DENIS 13 AUgUST AN° 1668," translates to "Died August 13, 1668," and commemorates the year of van Wachtendonck's death. This plaque was likely intended to be placed on a tomb or within a church to honor the deceased.