Vijfde slede 1776

Nicolaas van der Worm's "Vijfde slede" (1776) is a detailed etching depicting a ceremonial procession with a horse-drawn sleigh. The work features four figures in the sleigh, two men on foot carrying banners, and three musicians playing trumpets. The elaborate, ornamented sleigh and the richly decorated horse in the center of the composition suggest a scene of luxury and pageantry. The artist's keen attention to detail and masterful use of line are evident in the depiction of the figures' clothing, the horse's harness, and the architectural elements of the sleigh. This etching captures a specific moment in a grand procession, highlighting the artistry and ceremony associated with historical Dutch culture.