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Stuart Coat of Arms from Vera Descriptio by John Jonston

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a heraldic coat of arms. The image features a shield with a rampant lion at its center. The shield is supported by a mythical unicorn on the left and a horse-like creature on the right, each standing on their hind legs and holding spears. Above the shield is a helmet adorned with feathers and crowned with a lion holding a dagger and a scepter. The design includes floral and decorative elements and banners displaying the words "IN DEFENCE." The drawing showcases elaborate engravings typical of heraldic illustrations.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1603
Medium
engraving [first published, 1602]
Dimensions
7533 × 12125 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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