Hendrik IV tot keizer gekroond, 1084 1650 - 1750

This anonymous etching from the 17th or 18th century depicts the coronation of Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV in 1084. The image portrays a grand ceremony taking place within an architectural setting. It shows Henry IV and his consort kneeling before a bishop, signifying the religious and political power of the Holy Roman Emperor. The detail in the composition and the portrayal of historical figures make this an interesting artifact for understanding the visual culture of the period.