Gezicht op het Koninklijk Paleis van Madrid met een parade van de garde ervoor c. 1880 - 1890

"Gezicht op het Koninklijk Paleis van Madrid met een parade van de garde ervoor" (View of the Royal Palace of Madrid with a parade of the guard in front of it) is a photograph created by Juan Laurent circa 1880-1890. This photo, now in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the imposing Royal Palace of Madrid, a grand architectural masterpiece. The photo showcases the palace's facade, with its intricate details and symmetrical design, and captures a moment of royal ceremony with the guards parading in the palace's courtyard. Laurent's photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life and grandeur of the Spanish monarchy during the late 19th century.