Verklaring bij de prenten van de Groningse maskerade, 1864 1864

"Verklaring bij de prenten van de Groningse maskerade, 1864" is an 1864 anonymous print that illustrates the "Groningse maskerade," a traditional masked procession in the Netherlands. The print depicts four different scenes of the procession, featuring figures dressed in elaborate costumes and masks. Accompanying the illustrations is a detailed "verklaring" or explanation of the masks and costumes, providing a valuable glimpse into the social and cultural context of the event. The print offers a fascinating study of Dutch folk traditions and the artistry involved in creating such elaborate costumes and masks.