Tekstblad bij de Begrafenisoptocht van keizer Karel V, 1558 1559

This is a printed page from "Tekstblad bij de Begrafenisoptocht van keizer Karel V" (Text Sheet for the Funeral Procession of Emperor Charles V), a 1559 broadside by the renowned Flemish printer and publisher Christoffel Plantijn. The page features a detailed description, written in Dutch, of the procession participants and their roles in the funeral procession of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. The text is surrounded by an elaborate floral border, typical of Plantijn's printing style, illustrating the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail for which he was known. This piece demonstrates the importance of print as a medium for disseminating news and information in the 16th century.