Maskerade van de Leidse studenten, 1865 (plaat 1) 1865

This is a colorful hand-colored lithograph depicting a procession of men on horseback. The image is part of a larger series titled “Maskerade van de Leidse studenten” and is an example of historical illustration, popular in 19th-century Europe. Jan Daniël Cornelis Carel Willem baron de Constant Rebecque created this piece in 1865, capturing the costumes and ceremony of a historical event in Leiden, Netherlands. The work is characterized by meticulous detail, vivid color, and a dynamic composition. It provides viewers with a glimpse into the historical past and the visual culture of 19th-century society.