Krijgsraad te Bantam, 1596 1597 - 1646

"Krijgsraad te Bantam, 1596" is an anonymous etching created between 1597 and 1646, depicting a council of war in Bantam, Indonesia. The print shows a detailed view of a meeting of Indonesian figures, possibly a war council, with a Dutch fort and the surrounding landscape visible in the background. The composition, which was likely based on an eyewitness account of the event, offers a unique glimpse into the early days of Dutch colonialism in Southeast Asia, capturing a pivotal moment in Dutch-Indonesian history. This small print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artistic practices and historical context of the Dutch Golden Age.