Aankomst en ontvangst van de schepen bij Ternate, 1599 1600s - 1610s

This anonymous 17th-century engraving depicts the arrival and reception of ships at Ternate, an island in the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. The detailed artwork features numerous ships in the harbor, with two large vessels prominently positioned in the center. The image offers a glimpse into Dutch colonial maritime activities in the early modern period, illustrating the importance of Ternate as a strategic trading post for spices. The Rijksmuseum, where the artwork is housed, provides a valuable window into Dutch history and its role in global trade.