Shields of Henri IV and Maria de Medici [bottom half]

Simon de Passe

Associated Names
Simon van de Passe

Artist, German, c. 1595 - 1647

This is a drawing of a coat of arms design. The drawing features a shield divided into sections, each bearing different heraldic symbols, including fleur-de-lis and a lattice or net pattern. Above the shield is a large crown. Around the shield is an oval border decorated with scrollwork, floral motifs, and insignias or medallions. The composition suggests a formal emblem, rendered with cross-hatching and line work to capture details and textures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.2 × 5.4 cm (2 7/16 × 2 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.9288.b

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 60

Associated Artworks

The image shows an engraving of two individuals in profile facing right. The man has sharp facial features, a mustache, and short beard. He wears detailed armor and a cloak. The woman has a classic profile with an intricate updo and a crown. She wears a garment with a high collar. The image is bordered by curved text and engraved lines in the background, set on a beige surface.

Henri IV and Maria de Medici [top half]

Simon van de Passe

1595

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

W. B. Dukes [d. 1942], London, (L.2757a); (Sotheby, London, sale July 8, 1942, no. 112); Hermann Marx [d. 1948], Surrey, (L.2816a); (Sotheby, London, sale May 24, 1948, no. 165); Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1943.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65025592

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