De wijk Oud-Antwerpen in de wereldtentoonstelling van 1894 / in beeld gebracht door Frans van Kuyck; beschreven door Max Rooses 1894

This 1894 illustration by Max Rooses details the "De wijk Oud-Antwerpen in de wereldtentoonstelling van 1894" or the Old Antwerp district in the 1894 World's Fair. The print highlights the historical architecture of Antwerp, specifically the Stadhuis and the Lakenshal. The text describes the various guilds that once occupied the buildings as well as the area's role as a cultural center for the city. This visual representation of Antwerp history, created for a significant world event, offers insight into the city's past and the pride felt for its heritage.