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Shield of Richard Sackville, 3rd Earl of Dorset [right half]

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a coat of arms. The illustration features an ornate coat of arms with a shield divided into four sections with alternating diagonal stripes and plain fields. Atop the shield, a crowned helmet supports a crest with a figure of a dog's head adorned with a collar. Surrounding the shield, there are decorative mantling elements that frame two heraldic supporters resembling spotted, feline creatures standing on their hind legs. An inscribed band encircles the entire composition, displaying Latin phrases. The artwork showcases the style of heraldic art.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
7536 × 8655 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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