Vijf Faculteiten en een Publieke Promotie, 1835 1835

Leendert (I) Springer’s 1835 lithograph *Vijf Faculteiten en een Publieke Promotie* depicts a procession of five university faculties in a satirical way, with the faculties represented by men and women sitting on carriages pulled by horses, showcasing the humor and social commentary prevalent in Dutch art of the 19th century. The artwork highlights the artist's keen observation of social hierarchies and the absurdity of tradition. It offers a glimpse into the cultural life of the time, revealing the role of universities and their public image within society.