Title Page to Urbium Praecipuarum Totius Mundi
1850
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1850
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a colorful title page with a central archway. At the top, a woman in a blue robe holds a snake-topped staff, while another woman in red holds a crown. Below them, a woman in a red robe stands in the archway, holding scales and a sword. The title "Urbium Praecipuarum Totius Mundi" is written in a red box below her. The page is decorated with fruit, leaves, and other symbols. The overall style is ornate and detailed, with many different elements competing for attention. The engraving technique used to create this image is a notable aspect of its construction.
