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William Salt Library

British, founded 1869

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The engraving shows a man from the waist up facing forward. He holds a scepter in his right hand and a globus cruciger in his left. He has a beard, mustache, shoulder-length wavy hair, and wears a crown, ornate robe, and fur trimming. The design includes heraldic shields and an oval frame with inscriptions labeling him as King John of England. The background is a detailed yet neutral space.
Renold Elstrack, King John of England, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.728

King John of England

Renold Elstrack · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.728

Adam, James Caulfield, Isaac Herbert, Thomas Percy, published 1794, facsimile, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.976

Thomas Percy

Adam, James Caulfield, Isaac Herbert · published 1794 · facsimile ·  Accession ID  1950.14.976

The image is an engraved portrait of a man believed to be Henry VII. He is shown in a three-quarter view of the upper body, sitting upright with a dignified posture. The man has an oval face, subtle facial features, and medium-length wavy hair under his hat. He wears a hat with a decorative front element, a fur-trimmed robe over a dark garment with intricate embroidery near the neckline. The man holds a scepter in his right hand and a royal orb in his left. The background is filled with detailed engraving, including borders, a decorative banner, heraldic symbols, and Latin inscriptions. At the bottom, there is a coat of arms and an inscription of his royal titles.
Renold Elstrack, Henry VII of England, published 1618, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.642

Henry VII of England

Renold Elstrack · published 1618 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.642

The image shows an engraving of a man in royal attire. He is facing forward with a scepter in his right hand. The man has a full beard and mustache, distinct eyebrows, and short, styled hair under a feather-adorned hat. He wears a fur mantle, lace collar, and a pendant necklace. The background is elaborately decorated with text, a royal coat of arms, and crowned lions. The depiction is formal and regal.
Simon van de Passe, James I of England, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.709

James I of England

Simon van de Passe · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.709

The image shows a man wearing ornate armor, standing confidently with a spear in one hand and a shield nearby. He has long hair and a beard, with intricate armor pieces such as a breastplate, gauntlets, and greaves. The background contains text describing his identity and achievements.
Thomas Cecil, Edward, the Black Prince at the Age of 49, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.11.336

Edward, the Black Prince at the Age of 49

Thomas Cecil · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1951.11.336

The image shows a man with long hair, attired in medieval clothing and a crown, holding a sword upright in his right hand. He sits in a dignified posture against a plain backdrop with aged spots.
Renold Elstrack, Edward I of England, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.376

Edward I of England

Renold Elstrack · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.376

The image shows the upper body of a man in a three-quarter view. His right hand holds a baton or staff. His facial features include a composed expression with a mustache and small goatee, and his long, dark, wavy hair cascades over his shoulders. He is dressed in ornate armor with intricate details in the embossed patterns over the chest and shoulders, accompanied by a white cravat at his neck. The armor is polished and reflects light. A sash diagonally drapes across his torso. The background includes patterned drapery on the left and opens to a landscape with gentle clouds and foliage on the right.
Cornelis van Dalen I, Charles II, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.285

Charles II

Cornelis van Dalen I · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.285

The image depicts an engraved group portrait of several men from the waist up. The men have distinct facial features, wear hats with feathers or trim, and have long or curly hair. They are dressed in elaborate clothing with ruffled collars and embroidered patterns typical of the time period. Some men appear to be holding scrolls or papers. The background is empty, and the names of the individuals - Robert Winter, Christopher Wright, John Wright, Thomas Percy, Guido Fawkes, Robert Catesby, and Thomas Winter - are written above their heads. The engraving includes a publication note at the bottom stating "Publ. Octr 1. 1794 by Herbert & Crabbold London."
Unknown 19th Century, Figures in Gunpowder Plot, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.569

Figures in Gunpowder Plot

Unknown 19th Century · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.569

The image depicts a man from the chest up, facing forward. He has a full beard and mustache, curly hair under a broad-brimmed hat, and wears an intricate ruffled collar. The man has detailed, patterned clothing with a medallion around his neck. The background includes Latin inscriptions in an oval border and script detailing his title below the image. The image is monochromatic resembling a detailed engraving.
Francis Delaram, James I, 1641, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.11.122

James I

Francis Delaram · 1641 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1951.11.122

The image depicts a man from the waist up, facing the viewer with his body slightly angled to the right. The man has an aged face with a beard and mustache, wearing a crown with spherical decorations, and curly hair extending from beneath it. He is dressed in Roman armor with intricate designs on the shoulder piece, holding a sword upwards in his right hand. The background features ornate decorations including a crest with lions and Latin text framing his portrait as well as text below detailing historical achievements and life events. The scene is presented on aged, yellowed paper that appears to be an engraved illustration.
Renold Elstrack, William I of England, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1950.14.1224

William I of England

Renold Elstrack · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1950.14.1224