Militaire parade met Lodewijk XIV in amfitheater 1662

"Militaire parade met Lodewijk XIV in amfitheater" (Military parade with Louis XIV in an amphitheater) is an etching by the renowned French artist Israel Silvestre. Created in 1662, the artwork depicts a grand military parade with the French King Louis XIV at the center. The meticulous detail showcases the grandeur of the event, highlighting the power and prestige of the French monarchy. Silvestre captures the vastness of the spectacle through a bird's-eye view, showcasing the intricate formations of the troops, the sprawling landscape, and the imposing buildings in the background. This impressive etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a historical document of the lavish court life of Louis XIV, capturing the power and pageantry that characterized the era.