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Crest

Michel Le Blon

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a heraldic coat of arms. The drawing features a detailed coat of arms set against a blank background. At the center of the coat of arms is a shield displaying a bird perched above three stylized roses with long stems. Above the shield, a crest of acanthus leaves forms around a helmet topped by a bird. Surrounding the shield is a decorative banner at the top, with flowing fabric or ribbons at the bottom. The line work and shading create a three-dimensional effect.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2281 × 3626 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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