Penning met een embleem en de namen van de hertogen van Mantua 1685 - 1708
anonymous
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shading to add clarity
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pen illustration
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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pen work
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pencil work
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intricate and detailed
This anonymous engraving, created between 1685 and 1708, is a circular design that commemorates the Dukes of Mantua. Two figures stand on a beach, each holding a shield, while the inscription around the outer edge lists the names and years of each Duke. This artwork is a rare historical example of visual storytelling and genealogical documentation, providing insight into the history and lineage of the powerful ruling family.
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