Reproductie van een tekening van hellebaardiers in Oud-Antwerpen op de Wereldtentoonstelling van 1894 in Antwerpen, door Frans van Kuyk Possibly 1894 - 1895

This anonymous reproduction of a drawing by Frans van Kuyk depicts a scene from the 1894 World’s Fair in Antwerp. It shows a group of people, likely halberdiers, gathered in an outdoor setting, with a banner overhead reading "Jongher vrouwen en sucke vry, Sur den Tandvoren valt weldra". The image is a black and white print, likely made between 1894-1895 and is reminiscent of historical scenes. The work captures a moment in time, showcasing the festivities and culture of the World's Fair. It provides insight into the fashion and social dynamics of the time.