Title Page. Jean de Serres, Generall Historie of France
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Renold Elstrack
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Title Page. Jean de Serres, Generall Historie of France is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows four figures standing in arched frames, each holding different objects. On the left, a bearded man sits reading while holding a scroll and staff. Next to him, a robed figure holds a book open. On the right, two women stand—one with a spear and shield, the other with a scroll and staff. In the center, a coat of arms sits above the title text. The title reads *"A Generall Historie of France"* and credits an author named John de Serres. The bottom notes it was printed in 1611 by George Eld. The figures likely stand for ideas or virtues, common in Renaissance art. Look up engraving to see how artists like this carved detailed images into metal plates.
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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