Dutch East India Company Laptop Sleeve
Black / 7"
$27.99
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Bring a notable chapter of Dutch history to your everyday work routine with a laptop sleeve inspired by the VOC. Established in 1602, the United East India Company became a defining force in early global trade, with Batavia serving as its Asian headquarters from 1619. Its commercial story reached from Amsterdam to the Moluccas and the Cape of Good Hope. This design suits collectors and history enthusiasts who appreciate the complex legacy of Dutch commerce and the origins of large joint-stock companies.
The United East India Company, widely known as the Dutch East India Company or VOC, was established on 20 March 1602 when the States General of the Netherlands amalgamated existing companies. Its charter granted a 21-year monopoly on Dutch trade in Asia and powers that included making treaties, maintaining armies, and establishing colonies. The company began with the aim of profiting from the Malukan spice trade. In 1619, after taking Jayakarta, it established Batavia as its Asian headquarters; the city is now Jakarta. It developed trading bases across Asia and beyond, including at the Cape of Good Hope, where a resupply station was founded in 1652. The VOC traded in spices and later expanded into goods such as tea, coffee, cotton, textiles, and sugar. In the late 18th century, declining trade, rising costs, corruption, and wartime losses weakened the company. After the Dutch Republic was replaced by the Batavian Republic in 1795, its management was reorganized. The company’s charter expired on 31 December 1799, and its possessions and debt passed to the government of the Batavian Republic.
Bring a notable chapter of Dutch history to your everyday work routine with a laptop sleeve inspired by the VOC. Established in 1602, the United East India Company became a defining force in early global trade, with Batavia serving as its Asian headquarters from 1619. Its commercial story reached from Amsterdam to the Moluccas and the Cape of Good Hope. This design suits collectors and history enthusiasts who appreciate the complex legacy of Dutch commerce and the origins of large joint-stock companies.
The United East India Company, widely known as the Dutch East India Company or VOC, was established on 20 March 1602 when the States General of the Netherlands amalgamated existing companies. Its charter granted a 21-year monopoly on Dutch trade in Asia and powers that included making treaties, maintaining armies, and establishing colonies. The company began with the aim of profiting from the Malukan spice trade. In 1619, after taking Jayakarta, it established Batavia as its Asian headquarters; the city is now Jakarta. It developed trading bases across Asia and beyond, including at the Cape of Good Hope, where a resupply station was founded in 1652. The VOC traded in spices and later expanded into goods such as tea, coffee, cotton, textiles, and sugar. In the late 18th century, declining trade, rising costs, corruption, and wartime losses weakened the company. After the Dutch Republic was replaced by the Batavian Republic in 1795, its management was reorganized. The company’s charter expired on 31 December 1799, and its possessions and debt passed to the government of the Batavian Republic.
A slim, protective laptop sleeve crafted from smooth neoprene with a soft, padded interior that cushions your device while keeping it lightweight and easy to carry. The front panel is customizable with a crisp, minimalist design; the back is solid black for a clean, low-profile look. Dual zipper enclosures give fast, secure access from either side, and the water-resistant, durable construction helps shield your laptop from light spills and everyday wear. Available in multiple sizes to fit a range of laptops and tablets, this sleeve slips into backpacks or briefcases without adding bulk and adds a touch of understated style to your daily commute or work-from-home setup.
Product features
- Dual zipper enclosures for easy two-sided access
- Foam padding to absorb bumps and protect from dust
- Smooth neoprene exterior — lightweight and water-resistant
- Customizable front panel with solid black back
- Available in multiple sizes to fit laptops and tablets
Care instructions
- Use warm water, dish soap and clean spots off your sleeve. It's not necessary to soak the whole sleeve. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
| 7" | 10" | 13" | 15" | 17" | |
| Length, in | 7.09 | 10.43 | 12.60 | 13.39 | 15.94 |
| Width, in | 4.72 | 7.87 | 9.45 | 10.24 | 12.01 |
| Diagonal, in | 8.50 | 13.07 | 15.75 | 16.85 | 19.96 |
| Depth, in | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 |
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Use warm water, dish soap and clean spots off your sleeve. It's not necessary to soak the whole sleeve. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.