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Shield of Queen Elizabeth

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a heraldic coat of arms. The image features an oval-shaped crest surrounded by an intricate black ink design. At the center is a shield divided into four sections, each with symbolic imagery, topped with a crown. A dragon on the left and a lion on the right act as supporters for the shield. Surrounding the shield are various ribbons with inscriptions, and beneath the crest, a decorative scroll with more text provides emphasis on the formal and regal nature of the drawing. The background is plain, allowing the detailed elements of the crest to stand out.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
8654 × 11497 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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