De prins van Atjeh ontvangt de Hollanders, 1603 1644 - 1646

"De prins van Atjeh ontvangt de Hollanders, 1603" is a 17th-century engraving by an anonymous artist depicting a historical event from Dutch colonial history in Indonesia. The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, shows the meeting of Dutch emissaries with the Sultan of Aceh (Atjeh) in 1603. The scene showcases the cultural exchange between Dutch and Acehnese peoples, with figures representing the Dutch dressed in European clothing, contrasting with the Sultan and his entourage in traditional Acehnese attire. The composition emphasizes the diplomatic encounter, highlighting the importance of trade and political negotiations between European powers and Southeast Asian rulers during this period.