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Ioan Van Hoorn: Esteemed Governor-General of the VOC, Dutch East Indies, 1724
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Ioan (or Johan) van Hoorn was governor-general of the Dutch East Indies, and his term was from 1704 to 1709.
This portrait of Ioan van Hoorn, produced during the early 18th century, captures the likeness of a key figure in the history of the Dutch colonial empire. Van Hoorn, serving as the Governor-General of the VOC in the Dutch East Indies, is portrayed with a commanding presence, reflecting the authority and prestige associated with his office.
He is dressed in the opulent attire typical of Dutch officials of high rank in the era, with a carefully crafted wig, a sign of nobility and status during that time. His clothing is elaborate, featuring fine fabrics and decorative buttons, with a lace cravat that signifies his elite status. The portrait likely includes a backdrop or symbols indicative of his power and the exotic locale over which he governed, such as maritime elements, tropical landscapes, or trade goods, underscoring the reach of the VOC and the Netherlands' global influence at the time.
The artwork itself, with its meticulous detail and fine shading, would have been created by a master engraver, intending to convey not only the likeness of Van Hoorn but also the grandeur and serious nature of his role in expanding Dutch trade and political interests in Southeast Asia. Such portraits served as both a personal commemoration and a political statement, showcasing the individual’s importance to the state and its overseas ambitions.
Johan van Hoorn, often Anglicized as John van Hoorn, was an important figure in the history of the Dutch colonial administration. Below is a summary of his life:
1. **Birth and Background**: Johan van Hoorn was born on November 16, 1653, in Amsterdam, Netherlands. He came from a prominent family; his father was a wealthy merchant and his mother was the daughter of a former Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies.
2. **Education and Early Career**: He received a good education and, like many young men of his social standing, he pursued a career with the VOC (Dutch East India Company), which was the driving force behind the Netherlands' overseas trade and colonial ventures.
3. **Move to the East Indies**: Van Hoorn moved to the Dutch East Indies, where he rapidly ascended the ranks due to his background, capabilities, and connections.
4. **Governor-Generalship**: In 1704, he was appointed as Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, a position he held until 1709. His tenure as Governor-General was noted for its efforts to strengthen the Dutch position in the region, particularly in terms of trade and the consolidation of Dutch power.
5. **Achievements**: Van Hoorn is known for his contributions to the development of the infrastructure in the Dutch East Indies, which supported the VOC’s trade monopoly. He was involved in expanding the company's network of warehouses and offices throughout the archipelago.
6. **Return to the Netherlands**: After his term as Governor-General, van Hoorn returned to the Netherlands, where he continued to be involved with the VOC. He also held other significant positions in Dutch society.
7. **Family and Legacy**: He was married and had children. His descendants continued to be influential in Dutch society and within the VOC.
8. **Death**: Johan van Hoorn passed away on February 21, 1711, in The Hague, Netherlands.
Van Hoorn's life, like that of many high-ranking VOC officials, would have been marked by the complex interplay between trade, diplomacy, and colonial administration. The VOC was a powerful entity during his lifetime, and his role as Governor-General placed him at the center of Dutch colonial affairs in Southeast Asia.
From the monumental work by François Valentyn: “Oud en nieuw Oost-Indiën, vervattende een naaukeurige en uitvoerige verhandelinge van Nederlands mogentheyd in die gewesten”. Dordrecht/Amsterdam: J. van Braam en G. onder de Linden, 1724/1726. (Transl.: Old and new East-Indies, including an accurate and extensive description of Dutch / VOC controlled territories.)
- Dimensions:Height: 13.19 in (33.5 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:1720-1729
- Date of Manufacture:1724
- Condition:Condition good. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Minor foxing outside the plate-mark. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13424-741stDibs: LU3054337702142
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