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Title Page of Book by Alleyne, Lord St. Helens

Unknown 19th Century

1802

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Title Page of Book by Alleyne, Lord St. Helens is a 1802 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1802 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image presents a title page from a book, showcasing a coat of arms at the top. The coat of arms features a shield adorned with a crown and a motto, flanked by two lions and a unicorn. Below the coat of arms, the title of the book is written in French, accompanied by a dedication to the Emperor of Russia. The title page is printed on aged paper, with visible creases and tears along the edges. The text is written in a formal, cursive font, adding to the sense of antiquity and grandeur. For more information on this style of artwork, explore the Romanticism movement.