Wapen van de provincie Groningen 1743

This 1743 engraving by Hendrik Hofsnider depicts the coat of arms of the province of Groningen in the Netherlands. The intricate design features a crowned shield with a central field divided into four quadrants. Each quadrant features a stylized eagle, some with outstretched wings and others with closed wings, along with horizontal stripes and small dots. The shield is framed by elaborate scrollwork and rests on a base with two smaller shields beneath it. The title of the artwork is "Het Wapen van Groningen ende Ommelanden" which translates to "The Coat of Arms of Groningen and the Surrounding Land". This engraving serves as a historical document and a work of art that showcases the heraldic symbolism associated with the province of Groningen.