Ridders leggen een gelofte af bij een graftombe 1879

"De Ridders Leggen de Gelofte Af Voor de Graftombe van Hun Voorzaat" is a black and white engraving by Héliodore Joseph Pisan, dating back to 1879. The artwork depicts a group of knights standing in front of a tomb, pledging their allegiance to their deceased ancestor. Their solemn expressions and the religious imagery add a poignant dimension to the scene. The title, which translates to "The Knights Take the Oath Before the Tomb of Their Ancestor," highlights the theme of loyalty and the enduring memory of ancestors. Pisan's detailed and skillful engraving technique creates a sense of depth and realism, transporting the viewer into a historical setting. The image also showcases a religious undertone, with a crucifix visible above the knights.