Portret van Antonio van Diemen, gouverneur-generaal van Nederlands-Indië 1709 - 1726

This engraving, created by Dirk Jongman between 1709 and 1726, portrays Antonio van Diemen, the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies. The portrait depicts Van Diemen in a formal pose, dressed in a fine doublet and breeches, a lace-trimmed collar, and a wide-brimmed hat. His right hand rests on a ledge, while his left hand appears to hold a sword. The inscription beneath him identifies him as the Governor-General and includes his coat of arms. The use of a formal composition and the attention to detail in Van Diemen's attire highlight his status and authority. This engraving serves as a historical record of Van Diemen's important role in the Dutch colonial administration of the East Indies during the early 18th century.