Lijkstatie van Jacob Mossel, Governeur-Generaal te Batavia, 1761 1762

This anonymous print depicts the funeral procession of Jacob Mossel, Governor-General of Batavia, in 1762. The detailed illustration features a long line of carriages, horses, and mourners, meticulously numbered for clarity. Created in the Dutch Golden Age, this work exemplifies the practice of recording and commemorating significant events through detailed visual representations. The print is a valuable historical document, providing insights into the societal rituals and customs of the time, as well as the grandeur accorded to high-ranking officials.