Praalwagen van het Verbond met de stedenmaagd van Antwerpen, 1582 1582

This anonymous engraving from 1582 depicts a ceremonial carriage, or *praalwagen*, featuring the Virgin Mary as the patron saint of Antwerp. The ornate carriage is adorned with figures, banners, and decorative elements, highlighting the city's religious devotion and artistic skill. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the elaborate celebrations and visual spectacle of 16th-century Antwerp. *Praalwagen van het Verbond met de stedenmaagd van Antwerpen, 1582* is a significant example of historical pageantry and the rich tradition of visual storytelling in art.