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Shields of Henry IV and Maria de Medici [right half]

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a heraldic emblem. The emblem features a central shield divided into two halves: the left half showing a design resembling a wheel or a circular motif with beading, and the right half displaying three stylized fleur-de-lis symbols. The shield is set beneath an ornate crown and surrounded by a garland with a letter "H" and an elaborate border filled with floral patterns, scrollwork, and small circular designs. The overall composition is oval in shape, with intricate detailing demonstrating a high level of craftsmanship typical of heraldic or emblematic art.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
8861 × 10368 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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