Shield of Queen Elizabeth

Shield of Queen Elizabeth

Simon van de Passe

1621

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows an engraving of a shield with a crown on top. The shield has a coat of arms with fleur-de-lis and a lion. There are two dragons on either side of the shield, and a banner with words at the top and bottom. The words are in Latin, and the banner at the top says "DIEV ET MON DROIT," which means "God and my right." The engraving is detailed, with lots of cross-hatching to create texture and depth. It's a beautiful example of Renaissance art, with intricate designs and symbols. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Renaissance movement.

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