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Bookplate: Coat of Arms with K. K. Van Rensselaer, Esq. inscribed below

Bookplate: Coat of Arms with K. K. Van Rensselaer, Esq. inscribed below is a print by Peter Rushton Maverick. It dates from 1793 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print, created around 1793 by Peter Rushton Maverick, is a bookplate featuring a coat of arms. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The coat of arms is divided into four sections, incorporating symbols such as a cross, castle, crowns, and a wavy base. The Latin motto 'VERTUS EST VERA VETUSTAS' or 'True virtue is ancient' is displayed on a banner below a flaming torch, suggesting the owner's pride in their heritage.

Technique & Style

The design is framed by foliage and includes the name 'K. K. Van Rensselaer, Esq.' at the bottom, indicating it was created for a specific individual. The use of leaves and vines adds a decorative element to the heraldic symbols.