Keizerlijke processie in Beijing 1786

This 1786 engraving by Isidore-Stanislas Helman, titled "Keizerlijke processie in Beijing," depicts a grand procession in Beijing, China. The scene features a vast crowd lining the streets as a cavalcade of riders, dignitaries, and attendants passes by. The detailed rendering of the figures and their costumes, along with the architectural backdrop, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of the Chinese imperial court. The engraving is held in the Rijksmuseum and is an example of European fascination with Eastern cultures during the 18th century.