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This is a photograph of a book cover. The cover features a textured fabric material in a neutral brownish tone, with reinforced corners and spine made of a smooth, slightly darker brown material resembling leather. The stitching pattern on the fabric gives it a subtle crosshatch design. The book cover does not contain any visible text, illustrations, or embellishments.
British 17th Century, Album with engravings from John Leslie's "De Origine Scotorum", published 1675, bound volume with 10 pages of engravings with text, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.9138

Album with engravings from John Leslie's "De Origine Scotorum"

British 17th Century · published 1675 · bound volume with 10 pages of engravings with text ·  Accession ID  1943.3.9138

The image shows a leather-bound book cover in deep brown color with gold embossing. In the center is a design featuring a heraldic shield with five roundels, framed with gold decorations and topped with a crown. The corners display intricate gold patterns, while the edges and spine of the cover look worn.
British 17th Century, Plates from John Leslie's "De Origine Scotorum", published 1675, bound volume with 11 engravings; proofs of the plates from the 1675 edition, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.9139

Plates from John Leslie's "De Origine Scotorum"

British 17th Century · published 1675 · bound volume with 11 engravings; proofs of the plates from the 1675 edition ·  Accession ID  1943.3.9139

The image shows a group of men in a historical assembly or council meeting. The men are seated and standing in a large room, wearing formal period attire. Some of them are seated around a rectangular table, while others are standing, engaging in conversation or presenting something. The men have bald or nearly bald heads, with formal attire typical of a formal meeting. The room has patterned drapery, wooden paneling, and a high ceiling.
British 17th Century, Charles II with His Council, published 1660, engraving, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1977.12.1

Charles II with His Council

British 17th Century · published 1660 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1977.12.1

This is a drawing of a title page for a book. The full text prominently mentions "Samuel Purchas" and is entitled "Pelgrimagie, Gedeylt in twin tich Boecken," indicating it is written in Dutch. Below the title, there is an elaborate decorative element showcasing a mythological creature surrounded by ornate scrollwork. The text includes references to historical and mythological figures such as Bacchus, Hercules, and Ulysses. The bottom of the page indicates it was printed in Amsterdam by Jacob Benjamin in 1655.
British 17th Century, Title Page, published 1655, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.1177

Title Page

British 17th Century · published 1655 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1980.45.1177

The image consists of different sections featuring various figures and elements. In the top left corner, two historical figures are depicted, one seated on a throne wearing robes and a crown, holding a scepter, and the other standing wearing a doublet and slops. The central and right sections show illustrations of a city labeled "New Jervsalem" and a bed with a reclining figure named "Elisabeth." Below, an interior scene shows a man seated at a desk with a book or tablet, surrounded by spinning globes and astronomical instruments. The background features maps labeled "Parssva Celvm" and "Geografia." At the bottom, a globe is shown with continents labeled "Asia," "Africa," "Americi," and "Terra del F.". The print also includes banners and scrolls with Latin text and extensive ornate detailing with celestial and terrestrial motifs.
British 17th Century, Frontispiece, published 1655, etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.1176

Frontispiece

British 17th Century · published 1655 · etching ·  Accession ID  1980.45.1176

The image shows a sculpted medal featuring the bust of a woman with curly hair and a subtle expression. The sculpture is made of a metallic material, appearing bronze or copper in color. The woman wears a string of pearls around her neck. Surrounding the bust is an inscription that reads: "PREDICTI + D NA . ANNA . ARUNDELLA . PUGNEL" and continues with "ET . OPTIMA . XATIV . COMITX ..". The craftsmanship of the medal includes detailed relief work on the hair and facial features.
British 17th Century, The Maryland Medal: Anne Arundell of Wardour, c. 1610-1649, Countess of the Holy Roman Empire, Wife of Lord Cecil Calvert 1628, Baroness of Baltimore 1632 [reverse], 1644, silver, Gift of Paul Mellon, 1983.80.1.b

The Maryland Medal: Anne Arundell of Wardour, c. 1610-1649, Countess of the Holy Roman Empire, Wife of Lord Cecil Calvert 1628, Baroness of Baltimore 1632 [reverse]

British 17th Century · 1644 · silver ·  Accession ID  1983.80.1.b

The image shows a metallic coin with a detailed embossed portrait of a person. The portrait displays the upper half of the body, focusing on the face and upper shoulders. The person's head is slightly turned to the right as they gaze to the left. The facial features are well-defined, with smooth lines outlining the eyes, nose, and mouth, and the lips slightly parted. The hair is long and wavy, cascading around the face. The person is wearing what appears to be formal attire, possibly a cloak or robe, with neat sculpted lines indicating folds or layers. The border of the coin features inscriptions in a classic font. The background is plain to emphasize the portrait and inscriptions on the coin.
British 17th Century, The Maryland Medal: Cecil Calvert, 1605-1675, 2nd Baron of Baltimore 1632, 1st Lord Proprietary of Maryland and Avalon [obverse], 1644, silver, Gift of Paul Mellon, 1983.80.1.a

The Maryland Medal: Cecil Calvert, 1605-1675, 2nd Baron of Baltimore 1632, 1st Lord Proprietary of Maryland and Avalon [obverse]

British 17th Century · 1644 · silver ·  Accession ID  1983.80.1.a

A detailed drawing of an illustrated title page with Renaissance-era iconography and typical imagery found in early printed books. The image includes multiple sections filled with various panels featuring figures labeled 'Scotia,' 'Hibernia,' and 'Anglia,' scenes of royalty and battle, architectural structures, crowns, and figures within ornate frames. In the center, there is dense text introducing "Hakluytus Posthumus or Purchas his Pilgrimes," a compilation of travels and wonders of the world. The lower portion includes a world map split across two hemispheres, portraits, and additional text. The drawing depicts intricate details in hairstyles, clothing, and facial expressions of the figures.
British 17th Century, Frontispiece, published 1625, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.1175

Frontispiece

British 17th Century · published 1625 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1980.45.1175

The image depicts a man seated and only showing the upper body. The man has facial features such as a long, pointed nose, a full beard, and a moustache. He has medium length, wavy hair styled with a part. The man wears a crown with floral designs, a robe with intricate patterns and a fur-like collar. He holds a scepter. The background shows plain space with text and the number "7" on the left.
British 17th Century, John, King of England, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1980.45.28

John, King of England

British 17th Century · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1980.45.28

This print features a human skull at the center, placed on sheets of paper with a book or journal to the right and large shell-like shape to the left. A crumpled piece of paper with "OMNIA VANITAS" written on it rests in front of the shell, and there is a candlestick next to it with smoke curling upward. Next to the smoke are what appear to be two transparent bubbles floating above the skull. Drapes are visible in the background, and there are flowers on the right.
British 17th Century, Vanitas, engraving on laid paper, Gift of Ruth B. Benedict, 1994.60.7

Vanitas

British 17th Century · · engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1994.60.7