Title Plate to John Hayward, Life and Reigne of King Edward the Sixth

published 1630

Robert Vaughan

Associated Names
Robert Vaughan

Artist, English, active 1622/1678

The image shows an illustration of King Edward the Sixth. He is portrayed in a frontal position, gazing ahead with a serious expression. His features are detailed, including his youthful appearance, narrow eyes, and well-groomed hairstyle partially covered by a cap. He is dressed in regal attire with a fur collar, intricate embroidery, and a pendant. The ornate frame around him features English heraldic symbols such as a crowned lion and dragon. Beside King Edward are figures symbolizing "Majesty" and "Power," holding laurel wreaths. The background includes architectural elements, columns, a crown motif, and heraldic shields. The image resembles a historical engraving with text at the bottom providing creation and publication details.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 16.3 × 12.1 cm (6 7/16 × 4 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1951.11.379


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1951.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65365870

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