De zonen van Lara worden tot ridder geslagen door Garci Fernandez 1612

This etching, "De zonen van Lara worden tot ridder geslagen door Garci Fernandez," by Antonio Tempesta, depicts a scene of knighthood. It is dated 1612 and located at the Rijksmuseum. The image shows a group of young men kneeling as a noble figure, likely Garci Fernandez, dubs them knights. This ceremonial scene is elevated by the presence of angels floating above and a small portrait of a woman, possibly the mother of the young knights, in the upper left corner. This detailed etching showcases the artistic skill of Tempesta and provides insight into the customs and traditions of knighthood in 17th century Europe.