The device of the Emperor Charles V surrounding initials of the artist Pieter Coecke van Aelst. Process print, 1873.
- Date:
- 1873
- Reference:
- 3106281i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
Left and right, the pillars of Hercules, with the motto "Plus oultre" (more beyond): the device of the Emperor Charles V. Centre, strapwork containing the monogram PCA. Below, the motto of Sir William Stirling Maxwell, "Non mortale quod opto" (what I wish is undying), also in strapwork
Publication/Creation
1873
Physical description
1 print : process print, printed in red and black ; image 30 x 34.8 cm
Contributors
Lettering
Plus oultre. PCA. Non mortale quod opto.
Edition
Only one hundred copies printed.
Reference
Wellcome Collection 3106281i
Type/Technique
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores