Artwork
Bookplate: Coat of Arms with William Greenleaf Jun.r inscribed
Bookplate: Coat of Arms with William Greenleaf Jun.r inscribed is a print by Nathaniel Hurd. It dates from 1764 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a bookplate designed by Nathaniel Hurd around 1764. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The bookplate features a coat of arms with a shield bearing a cross, surrounded by ornate foliage and a bird. Two skulls, a memento mori symbol, flank the shield, serving as a reminder of mortality. The name 'William Greenleaf Jun.r' is inscribed below, indicating the book's owner.
Technique & Style
The print is a black-and-white drawing, characterized by intricate details and flowing script. The design showcases Hurd's skill in rendering ornate heraldic motifs.
Artist & collection
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