Aankomst van stoet met Maria de' Medici bij de triomfpoort op de Varkenssluis, 1638 1638

This pen and ink drawing by Jan Martszen de Jonge depicts the arrival of Maria de’ Medici in Amsterdam in 1638. The drawing shows the procession passing through a triumphal arch built specifically for the occasion. The elaborate, classical design of the arch is reminiscent of Roman architecture. The work is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This drawing is an excellent example of the detailed and meticulous style of Dutch drawing in the 17th century. The artist captures the grandeur of the event and the bustling activity of the crowd with precision and skill. Known for his skillful drawings and etchings, Jan Martszen de Jonge was a prolific artist in Amsterdam.