Twee Indiase vorsten buigen voor Rijcklof van Goens in Kollam 1676

This anonymous etching, titled "Twee Indiase vorsten buigen voor Rijcklof van Goens in Kollam" (Two Indian Princes Bow to Rijcklof van Goens in Kollam), depicts a historical scene from 1676. The image showcases the power dynamics between the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and local Indian rulers. Rijcklof van Goens, a prominent VOC official, is shown seated at the forefront, receiving homage from two Indian princes. The backdrop features a bustling port scene with a European ship in the distance, highlighting the VOC's dominance in the region. This engraving serves as a visual record of Dutch colonialism in India during the 17th century.