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

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

This is a detailed drawing of a coat of arms encased in an ornate frame. The illustration features two shields with various emblems like a lion, harp, and fleur-de-lis. Above the shields is a crowned helm surrounded by acanthus leaves and a crown. To the left stands a man with a staff, and to the right stands a crowned lion. Below these elements is a smaller emblem with a cluster of three feathers. The entire composition is enclosed in a circular border with Latin inscriptions. The drawing displays intricate line work and shading typical of classical heraldic design.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
7088 × 9236 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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