Titelprent voor de prentserie Optocht van Karel V met de paus te Bologna na zijn kroning to keizer, 1530, plaat A 1530 - 1536

This is the title print for the print series "Procession of Charles V with the Pope in Bologna after his coronation as Emperor, 1530," created by Nicolaas Hogenberg around the 16th century. The print presents a framed inscription, meticulously rendered with fine lines to create a sense of depth and texture. The composition is structured around a clear hierarchy of text, framed by classical architectural elements that add gravitas. Hogenberg employs line and form to create a visual order that reflects the historical and political significance of the event. The inscription itself serves as a semiotic sign, inviting viewers to interpret the procession not merely as spectacle but as a carefully constructed display of power and legitimacy. The use of Latin and formal typography further encodes the image, restricting its understanding to an educated elite. The work prompts us to consider how images are constructed to convey particular meanings and how these meanings are reinforced through formal elements and cultural codes.