Title Page
1655
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1655
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The image depicts a title page, featuring the name "Samuel Purchas" at the top, followed by the title "Pelgrimagie" and a subtitle in Dutch. The text is written in a mix of serif and blackletter fonts, with the main title in large letters and the subtitle in smaller text. The page has a light-brown background with a darker brown border around the edges. At the bottom of the page, there is an illustration of a decorative design, possibly a flower or leaf pattern, surrounded by text in Dutch. The overall design of the page suggests that it is from a book published in the 17th century. The title page's design and typography are characteristic of the Baroque style, which was popular during the 17th century. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.
