Portret van François-Théodore de Nesmond 1640 - 1644

This 17th-century engraving by Claude Mellan, titled "Portret van François-Théodore de Nesmond," depicts a procession of figures, likely a civic ceremony or parade. The figures are positioned in a row, each holding a flag or standard. The detailed and precise lines of the engraving suggest a focus on portraiture and a celebration of the individuals depicted. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of the historical and ceremonial subjects that were popular in 17th-century Dutch art.