Deel van de optocht, nr. 18 1559 - 1619

"Deel van de optocht, nr. 18" is an etching by Joannes van (I) Doetechum, created between 1559 and 1619. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene from a grand procession, likely a royal event. It showcases the detail and precision of Doetechum's engraving style as it captures the elaborate costumes, horses, and figures in a parade. The artwork highlights the intricate details of 16th-century European fashion and ceremonial practices. This piece exemplifies the Dutch Renaissance interest in detailed representations of contemporary life and societal events.