Optocht door de rederijkerskamer Het Galisbloemken uit Haastrecht (tweede deel), 1607 1607

This anonymous engraving from 1607 depicts a procession of figures representing the "Intrede van Haestrecht," the entry of the city of Haastrecht, Netherlands. Each figure carries symbolic objects and wears clothing suggestive of their role in the procession, including "doudlicke maegde" (virginal maiden) and "goede Conscientie" (good conscience). The detailed engraving captures the costumes and props of the procession, offering a glimpse into the civic pageantry of the early 17th century. The image showcases the use of engraving as a medium to document historical events, offering a visual record of a significant moment in Haastrecht's history.