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Stuart Coat of Arms from Vera Descriptio by John Jonston

Unknown 19th Century

1603

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Stuart Coat of Arms from Vera Descriptio by John Jonston is a 1603 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1603 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a coat of arms, featuring a lion at its center. The lion is surrounded by a shield adorned with a crown and a banner that reads "IN DE FENCE" in Latin. Above the shield, a bearded man holds a sword and a scepter, while two unicorns stand on either side, each grasping a flag. The flags display a lion and a cross, respectively. The coat of arms is rendered in a detailed, intricate style, with fine lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. The overall design is symmetrical, with the lion and shield at its center, flanked by the unicorns and flags. This image is an example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of elaborate detail and symbolism. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.