Memoirs of archbishop Juxon and his times : with a sketch of the archbishop's parish Little Compton 1869

This 1869 book cover, created by William Hennessey Marah, depicts a gold bishop's mitre, a symbol of authority and power within the Church. The mitre is the iconic headwear for bishops in the Catholic Church and is often associated with the highest levels of the clergy. This piece, likely designed for a historical text about Archbishop Juxon, uses color and symbolism to convey the historical importance of the subject matter, making it a visually engaging example of book cover design from the 19th century.