De begrafenisstoet van Frederik Hendrik (plaat nr. 19), 1647 1647 - 1651
pieternolpe
rijksmuseum
drawing, print, engraving
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drawing
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baroque
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history-painting
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engraving
This etching by Pieter Nolpe, dated 1647-1651, depicts the funeral procession of Frederik Hendrik, Prince of Orange. The work, part of a series of 20 prints, shows the elaborate funeral rites and symbols of the Prince, including his heraldic banners and armorial shields, borne by men on horseback. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the ceremonial practices of 17th century Dutch society, highlighting the power and prestige of the House of Orange. This print is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.
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