Statue of Jan Pieterszoon Coen

The bronze statue stands in the center of Roode Steen square in Hoorn and depicts Jan Pieterszoon Coen, a leading figure of the Dutch East India Company. Created by sculptor Ferdinand Leenhoff in 1893, the work is registered as a national heritage monument.

The monument was erected in 1893 to honor Jan Pieterszoon Coen, who served as governor-general of the Dutch East India Company between 1618 and 1623. His tenure shaped Dutch expansion in Asia and influenced global trade during that era.

The statue occupies a central location and raises questions about Dutch colonial history that visitors notice and reflect upon. The square itself serves as a gathering place where people engage with difficult historical topics in everyday conversation.

The statue is located on a public square in central Hoorn and is freely accessible year-round. An information plaque provides background on the figure and monument, helping visitors understand the site when they arrive.

An updated information plaque was added to the statue in 2012 to reflect ongoing discussions about its place in modern society. This addition demonstrates how monuments today are revisited and reconsidered rather than left unchanged.

Location: Hoorn

Inception: 1893

Creator: Ferdinand Leenhoff

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Made from material: bronze

Address: Roode Steen

GPS coordinates: 52.63928,5.05924

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56