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Coat of Arms -- Mary, Queen of Scots

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a coat of arms with text beneath it. The image features a heraldic shield with a lion rampant, flanked by two lions. Above the shield are a crown and decorative elements, including flags. Below the drawing, there is a block of text in Latin, beginning with the title 'Ad Sereni[ssimam] Scotorum Reginam, MARIAM,' followed by more text. The piece is presented on aged, yellowed paper with slightly rough edges.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1675
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
9206 × 11413 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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