Promotion médicale c. 1790

"Promotion médicale" is a drawing by Louis Jean Desprez, completed around 1790, currently held at the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts a grand procession through a cityscape, likely a theatrical set design. Desprez, a French architect and designer, was known for his elaborate stage sets, and this drawing is likely a conceptualization of a scene involving a grand entrance or procession, suggesting a play with historical or allegorical themes. The architecture in the background features a monumental building with a tall spire, while the foreground shows figures in intricate costumes and elaborate vehicles, creating a sense of drama and pageantry.