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Shield of James I, Anne of Denmark, and Prince Charles

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a heraldic crest. The central element is an ornately detailed coat of arms within an oval design. Flanking the coat of arms are two figures. The crest includes various symbols and patterns. A crown with a lion is situated above the coat of arms. Surrounding the central image is a circular band with inscribed text. The drawing features intricate line work, hatching, and cross-hatching reminiscent of historical engravings and heraldic designs.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
7898 × 9712 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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