Gezicht op de plantage Surimonbo te Suriname 1708

This 1708 drawing by Dutch artist Dirk Valkenburg depicts a view of the plantation Surimonbo in Suriname, likely made during a voyage to the region. Valkenburg's detailed, yet minimalist, use of pen and ink captures the simplicity of the plantation's structures and surrounding landscape, demonstrating the artist's ability to convey the scene's overall atmosphere. The title in Dutch translates to "A view of the Plantation Surimonbo, as my front house stands," suggesting the artist's perspective and offering a personal touch to this depiction of colonial life in Suriname.