Nederlandse bisschoppen op het Eerste Vaticaans Concilie van 1869-1870 1870

This lithograph, created by Edouard Taurel in 1870, depicts the Dutch bishops attending the First Vatican Council, held in Rome from 1869 to 1870. The image showcases the bishops in their ceremonial robes, processing through the basilica. This artwork, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures a significant moment in Dutch and Catholic history, providing a visual representation of the Dutch Church's participation in this pivotal event. The inscription "Docete Omnes Gentes" ("Teach all nations") on the top of the print highlights the Council's focus on addressing contemporary challenges to the Catholic faith. This image, with its detailed depiction of the figures and the basilica's architecture, offers insight into the solemnity and grandeur of the First Vatican Council.