Artwork
Bookplate: Coat of Arms with K. K. Van Rensselaer, Esq. inscribed below
Bookplate: Coat of Arms with K. K. Van Rensselaer, Esq. inscribed below is a print by Peter Rushton Maverick. It dates from 1793 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1918.152
- Credit line
- General Income Fund
About this work
Overview
This print, created around 1793 by Peter Rushton Maverick, is a bookplate featuring a coat of arms. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The coat of arms is divided into four sections, incorporating symbols such as a cross, castle, crowns, and a wavy base. The Latin motto 'VERTUS EST VERA VETUSTAS' or 'True virtue is ancient' is displayed on a banner below a flaming torch, suggesting the owner's pride in their heritage.
Technique & Style
The design is framed by foliage and includes the name 'K. K. Van Rensselaer, Esq.' at the bottom, indicating it was created for a specific individual. The use of leaves and vines adds a decorative element to the heraldic symbols.
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