Wapen van de landgraven van Hessen 1683 - 1733

This intricate etching by Bernard Picart, created between 1683 and 1733, depicts the coat of arms of the Landgraves of Hesse. The design features a central shield, flanked by two heraldic lions and topped with a crown. The shield itself is divided into several sections, each displaying a different symbol including lions, stars, and a cross. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a detailed and visually engaging representation of the Landgraves' lineage and authority. This drawing exemplifies the popularity of heraldic imagery in 17th-century art, and its careful execution and meticulous detail showcase Picart's skill as an engraver.