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Text from Drayton's Poly-olbion

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate manuscript page with decorative elements and text. The drawing features two intricately designed borders at the top and bottom of the page, filled with elaborate scrollwork, foliage, and a stylized emblem in the center. The central portion of the page is dominated by printed text, with a large decorative initial letter "T" commencing the section. The text itself appears to be written in an older style of English. The left margin contains additional explanatory notes in smaller print. The overall appearance suggests a historical document emphasizing themes of power and lineage.

Artwork Details

Date
1612/1622
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8352 × 12710 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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