Plate from Funeral of Charles III of Lorraine 1575 - 1616

This is a plate from a series of engravings by Jacques Bellange, a 17th-century French artist, that commemorate the funeral procession of Charles III, Duke of Lorraine, who died in 1608. The artwork, depicting the procession, was created between 1575 and 1616 and is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Bellange was known for his detailed and intricate engravings, and this plate exemplifies his mastery of the medium. The scene is packed with figures and horses, creating a dynamic and lively composition, providing a glimpse into the grandeur and ceremony of a 17th-century funeral procession.