Parma geridderd in de orde van het Gulden Vlies, 1585 c. 1587 - 1591

Frans Hogenberg’s “Parma geridderd in de orde van het Gulden Vlies, 1585” is an engraving depicting a military scene. The print, made between 1587 and 1591, shows a man being knighted in the Order of the Golden Fleece. The engraving showcases a meticulously detailed depiction of a fortified military camp, with a gathering of soldiers, cannons, and a wooden structure in the foreground. The print's intricate design captures the essence of military life and the solemnity of the knighting ceremony. This engraving, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the 16th century.