Title Page for Carolus Scribani, Politico-Christianus
1624
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1624
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows two robed figures standing on either side of a fancy shield. The figure on the left holds a staff and a book, while the one on the right holds a bunch of grapes. Between them is a crown and a scroll with Latin words. Below the shield, a small cherub sits on clouds, holding a scepter. The Latin text names a book called *Politico-Christianus* and mentions Philip IV, a king of Spain. The figures likely represent ideas or virtues tied to the book’s themes. This is an example of the technique: engraving.
