Begrafenisstoet van aartshertog Albrecht (plaat XVII), 1622 1623

Cornelis Galle I’s etching "Begrafenisstoet van aartshertog Albrecht (plaat XVII)" (1623) is a detailed depiction of a funeral procession, specifically the officers accompanying the late Archduke Albrecht of Austria. The engraving shows a line of men, identifiable by their official titles written beneath each figure, in various stances and attire. The figures are presented in an orderly procession, capturing the solemnity and ritual of the funeral. This work exemplifies Galle's mastery of depicting the intricate details of historical events through fine lines and meticulous detail.