Zittingneming van Willem V in de V.O.C., bij zijn bezoek aan Amsterdam in 1768 1771

This drawing by Simon Fokke depicts the official welcoming of William V, Stadholder of the Netherlands, by the directors of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) during his visit to Amsterdam in 1768. Created in 1771, the artwork highlights the grandeur of the event, with the Stadholder seated at a large table in the center, surrounded by the directors. The detailed depiction of the room, with its ornate fireplace, framed maps, and large windows, provides a glimpse into the opulent world of 18th-century Dutch society. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical document, offering insight into the power and influence of the VOC, and the role of the Stadholder in Dutch society.