Historical Procession Collection

Historic parade in Piazza d Armi in Florence for the wedding of King Umberto I and Margherita occurred in Turin April 22, 1868 Florence. Date of Photograph:02/05/1868

Florentine nobility parading in medieval costume during the historic procession held in Florence in 1887, for the inauguration of the new faade of the Cathedral Florence. Date of Photograph:15/05/1887

Procession in the inauguration of the Academy during Neuchatel Switzerland Neuchatel. Date of Photograph:03/1887

The Palio in Piazza del Campo in Siena Siena Piazza del Campo. Date of Photograph:07/07/1922

Animeted scene in Piazza del Campo, on the occasion of the Palio, Siena Siena Piazza del Campo. Date of Photograph:07/07/1922

Historical parade on the occasion of the sixth centenary of Dante on a street in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:17/09/1921

Flag flyers in Piazza del Campo, on the occasion of the Palio, Siena Siena Piazza del Campo. Date of Photograph:7 luglio 1922

Bandwriters and figurines of the Contrada dell'Oca in a street in Siena Siena. Date of Photograph:7/07/1922

Flagstaffers of the Civetta Contrada on the occasion of Palio, Siena Siena. Date of Photograph:7/07/1922

Flagstaffers of the Inda district in Piazza Duomo in Siena Siena Piazza Duomo. Date of Photograph:7/07/1922

Procession on the occasion of the sixth centenary of Dante on a street in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:17/09/1921

Crowd in costume photographed in the Loggia dei Lanzi in the Calcio Storico Fiorentino in Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florence Piazza della Signoria Loggia Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

Costume parade during the Calcio Storico Fiorentino in Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florence Piazza della Signoria. Date of Photograph:04/05/1930

Historical procession with people in costume and spectators lining the streets of Florence for the unveiling of the facade of Santa Maria del Fiore which took place on May 15, 1887 Florence

"Arezzo, crowd next to King Buratto". A scene from the Saracen Tournament: two figures, photographed from behind, are watching the tournament. Arezzo. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

"Arezzo, trombettieri della Giostra del Saracino". Trumpeters in line during the pageant Arezzo. Date of Photograph:1949

"Crowd at the Saracen Tournament". Figures dressed as knights on horseback at the parvis of the Arezzo Cathedral. In the background, a carved portal is visible. Arezzo Duomo square

Riders on horseback during the Palio of Siena in Piazza del Campo Siena Piazza del Campo. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

Construction of the Tower of Babel, detail with male figures; fresco by Benozzo Gozzoli. Camposanto, Pisa Mural Painting Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

The drummers of the Saracen joust Arezzo. Date of Photograph:1949

The Giostra del Saracino in Arezzo Arezzo. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

A knight of the Saracen joust Arezzo. Date of Photograph:1951

Drum of a Florentine historic football figurine in the Cloister Grande of the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella in Florence Florence Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, Great Cloister

Figures of Florentine historic football in the Great Cloister of the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella in Florence Florence Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, Great Cloister. Date of Photograph:24/06/1934

Figure of Florentine historic football in the Great Cloister of the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella in Florence Florence Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, Great Cloister. Date of Photograph:24/06/1934

Detail of the enameled brick frieze with archers taken from the Palace of Darius I in Susa: work preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Frieze. Date of Photograph:1920-30 ca

Assyrian relief taken from Ninevah with King Assurbanipal on a carriage; the work is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Low Relief, Basrelief, Stone Tablet

The Saracen Tournament in piazza Santa Maria Novella, Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1902

Procession of a historic march through the streets of Florence in 1887 Florence. Date of Photograph:1887

The representatives of the arts march in a historic procession through the streets of Florence in 1887 Florence. Date of Photograph:1887

The historic procession through the streets of Florence in 1887 Florence. Date of Photograph:1887

The Piazzale delle Cascine in Florence, filled with a crowed of spectators watching a procession. The Palazzina of Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo

A May Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball given by the Lady Mayoress at the Mansion House (engraving)
1055606 A May Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball given by the Lady Mayoress at the Mansion House (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J

The Royal Fetes at Florence, Italy (engraving)
1050553 The Royal Fetes at Florence, Italy (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Fetes at Florence, Italy)

The Luther Quatercentenary in Germany (engraving)
1044395 The Luther Quatercentenary in Germany (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Luther Quatercentenary in Germany)

The Festivals at Florence (engraving)
1594884 The Festivals at Florence (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Festivals at Florence)

The Festivals at Florence, Historical Procession, the Conte Verde meeting the Gonfaloniere in the Piazza della Signoria
1594881 The Festivals at Florence, Historical Procession, the Conte Verde meeting the Gonfaloniere in the Piazza della Signoria (engraving) by Forestier

The Calderon Bicentenary at Madrid (engraving)
1037768 The Calderon Bicentenary at Madrid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Calderon Bicentenary at Madrid)

The Fetes of Joan of Arc, at Orleans (engraving)
1602345 The Fetes of Joan of Arc, at Orleans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fetes of Joan of Arc, at Orleans)

The Lord Mayor at Brussels, the Historical Procession (litho)
1042438 The Lord Mayor at Brussels, the Historical Procession (litho) by Gaillard, Frans (1861-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lord Mayor at Brussels, the Historical Procession)

Queen Wilhelminas Accession, Historical Procession in Honour of Her Majesty (engraving)
1063728 Queen Wilhelminas Accession, Historical Procession in Honour of Her Majesty (engraving) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Wilhelminas Accession)

The Re-Opening of Cologne Cathedral, Notes from the Historical Procession (engraving)
1060305 The Re-Opening of Cologne Cathedral, Notes from the Historical Procession (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Re-Opening of Cologne Cathedral)

Tercentenary Festival of the Defeat of the Armada at Plymouth (engraving)
1595522 Tercentenary Festival of the Defeat of the Armada at Plymouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Silver Wedding of the Emperor and Empress of Austria, the Historical Procession at Vienna (engraving)
1058860 The Silver Wedding of the Emperor and Empress of Austria, the Historical Procession at Vienna (engraving) by English School

The Emperor Williams Visit to Wittenberg, the Luther Celebration (engraving)
1603698 The Emperor Williams Visit to Wittenberg, the Luther Celebration (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emperor Williams Visit to Wittenberg)

Sixtieth Anniversary of Belgian Independence, the Historical Procession in Front of the Hotel de Ville at Brussels
1038251 Sixtieth Anniversary of Belgian Independence, the Historical Procession in Front of the Hotel de Ville at Brussels (engraving) by English School

Historical Procession, at Brussels, in Celebration of the Marriage of the Duke de Brabant with the Archduchess Marie of
1097238 Historical Procession, at Brussels, in Celebration of the Marriage of the Duke de Brabant with the Archduchess Marie of Austria (engraving) by English School

The Armada Tercentenary Celebrations at Plymouth (engraving)
1041438 The Armada Tercentenary Celebrations at Plymouth (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Armada Tercentenary Celebrations at Plymouth)

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of historical processions. From lavish balls to commemorative festivals, these engravings capture moments that have shaped history. In one scene, we witness a May Juvenile Fancy Dress Ball hosted by the Lady Mayoress at the opulent Mansion House. The air is filled with excitement as children don their elaborate costumes, bringing life to an enchanting evening. Traveling across borders, we find ourselves amidst the Royal Fetes in Florence, Italy. The city comes alive with vibrant colors and joyful celebrations. This engraving transports us to a world where art and culture intertwine seamlessly. Further on our journey, we stumble upon Germany's Luther Quatercentenary. Here, citizens gather to honor Martin Luther's profound impact on religion and society. Through this engraving, we glimpse into a momentous occasion that forever changed the course of history. Returning to Florence once more, we are captivated by its Festivals - a testament to its rich heritage. In this particular procession engraving, the magnificent Conte Verde meets the esteemed Gonfaloniere in Piazza della Signoria, and is a meeting of power and tradition that echoes through time. Our next stop takes us Madrid for Calderon Bicentenary festivities. As depicted in this engraving, locals come together to commemorate Spain's renowned playwright Pedro Calderon de la Barca. A celebration of literature unfolds before our eyes. Moving northwards towards Orleans brings us face-to-face with Joan of Arc herself during her fetes procession. This stirring image captures the spirit and bravery of France's national heroine as she becomes immortalized through artistry. Brussels beckons us next as we join Lord Mayor for his Historical Procession through its streets. With lithographic precision capturing every detail, this artwork allows us to witness Belgium's rich cultural tapestry unfold before our very eyes. The Netherlands welcomes us warmly as Queen Wilhelmina ascends to the throne.