Gezicht op het Oost-Indisch Huis te Amsterdam c. 1695 - 1700

This anonymous engraving from the late 17th century depicts the East India House in Amsterdam, a prominent building that housed the Dutch East India Company (VOC), a powerful trading organization. The detailed etching shows the grand facade of the building, with its elaborate architectural details and rows of windows. The scene includes figures in period dress, suggesting the bustling activity of the building and its importance as a center of commerce. This small-scale print, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the history of the VOC and the architectural landscape of 17th-century Amsterdam.