Boekje bij de maskerade van de Leidse studenten, 1855 1855

This 1855 artwork by C.C. van der Hoek is a program for a masquerade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the University of Leiden. The program, printed on a light blue paper, details the event, a costumed procession by the Leiden Student Corps, in commemoration of the entry of Charles V into Dordrecht in 1515. The visual elements are simple but elegant with a decorative border and text detailing the event. The program serves as a historical document illustrating the tradition of pageantry and celebration within the university's cultural life.