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The Siege of La Rochelle: Plate 1

Jacques Callot

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black-and-white illustration. The top right features the letters "OBSID" in large serif font. To the left is a shield with a crown on top, surrounded by a wreath. The shield contains two smaller shields; one with three fleur-de-lis and the other with a geometric pattern. A decorative frame surrounds a central scene on the right, featuring a large room filled with people. The frame includes ornate designs, fruit and a bird. The scene shows a crowd of people gathered in a large room with columns. Some people are standing and others are sitting or kneeling. The illustration is bordered by decorative elements. The paper has a light beige color with darker edges. The illustration appears to be an old print, possibly from the 17th century. The overall design suggests a historical or ceremonial event.

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1263 × 459 px
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