Grafbord van Pieter van Dishoeck (1653-1701), directeur van Bengalen (1696-1701) after 1767

This anonymous painting from after 1767 depicts the coat of arms of Pieter van Dishoeck, the director of Bengal from 1696 to 1701. The inscription reads "P.V.D: OBIIT Aº 1701," indicating his death in 1701. The shield is surrounded by an elaborate, stylized wreath of foliage, a typical element of heraldic art. The painting is likely a memorial plaque, commemorating van Dishoeck's life and service. This artwork exemplifies the use of heraldry as a symbolic representation of lineage and accomplishments in European history.