Optocht door de rederijkerskamer De Pellicaen (Trou moet blycken) van Haarlem (tweede deel), 1607 1607

This anonymous etching, created in 1607, depicts a procession of members of the "De Pellicaen" chamber of rhetoric in Haarlem. The artwork, part of a series, showcases a line of figures in traditional garb, highlighting the prominent role of these societies in 17th-century Dutch culture. The intricate details of clothing and the sense of movement in the procession capture the vibrant atmosphere of these social and theatrical groups.