Triumphal car from the marriage of Ferdinand de' Medici and Christine of Lorraine 1589

Cherubino Alberti’s engraving, “Triumphal car from the marriage of Ferdinand de’ Medici and Christine of Lorraine,” depicts the elaborate, allegorical design of a ceremonial carriage commissioned for the 1589 wedding of the two Italian nobles. The car is adorned with classical sculptures and decorative elements that speak to the grandeur and power of the Medici family. The central figure of the chariot is a female figure representing the bride, Christine of Lorraine, while the design of the car itself hints at the Medici family’s wealth and political influence. The engraving is a testament to the rich tradition of Italian Renaissance art, with its emphasis on classical influences and its celebration of human achievement.