The art of heraldry

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Title
The art of heraldry
Description
Heavily illustrated books on heraldry and emblem books had been popular for over a century when this item was printed. The engraved larger plates have been tipped in; smaller illustrations appear to be printed from woodcuts.
Call Number (click link to view in library catalog)
IUA01606
Authors
Blome, Richard
Full Title
The art of heraldry, in two parts. the first concisely comprehending all necessary rules in the said art, with many useful examples of bearing, to facilitate the way of blazening any coat of armor : the second part giving a full account of the priviledges, dignities &c. of the nobility and gentry of England : together with the achievements of each degree &c. according to the excellent method of Guillim's Heraldry, the whole illustrated with fifty two proper sculptures, for the better explanation thereof.
Date
1685
Publisher
Printed for Hannah Sawbridge
Language
English
Rights
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Type
Text
Medium
Book
Bibliographic Citation
Blome, Richard. The art of heraldry. London: For Hannah Sawbridge, 1685.

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