Artwork
Title Page to De Origine Moribus by Joanne Leslaeo
Title Page to De Origine Moribus by Joanne Leslaeo is a print by the Baroque artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1675 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is the title page to 'De Origine Moribus & rebus geftis SCOTORUM' by Joanne Leslaeo, produced using letter press and first published in 1578.
Technique & Style
The title page features formal, ornate typography with intricate flourishes and decorations, characteristic of the period. A coat of arms is illustrated at the bottom, surrounded by foliage, adding to the page's elaborate design.
Context
The title page is associated with the broader cultural and artistic trends of its time, reflecting the ornate and grandiose qualities of the Baroque movement.
Artist & collection
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