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Title page illustrated with a herald, a monk
Title page illustrated with a herald, a monk, and a lady in medieval dress.. Handcolored engraving from Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period drawn by Charles Martin and etched by Leopold Martin, London, 1842. The costumes were drawn from tapestries, monumental effigies, illuminated manuscripts and portraits by artists such as Holbein, Hollar, Van Dyck, Lely, etc. Charles and Leopold Martin were the sons of the romantic artist and mezzotint engraver John Martin (1789-1854)
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Conquest Etched Herald Leopold Martin Monk Present Title Vignette
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Title Page: A Medieval Triumvirate of Herald, Monk, and Lady - An Exquisite Vignette from 'Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period' This title page, an exquisite vignette from Charles Martin and Leopold Martin's 'Civil Costume of England from the Conquest to the Present Period,' published in London in 1842, is a visual feast for those intrigued by the rich tapestry of medieval history and fashion. The illustration, handcolored and meticulously etched, showcases a herald in full regalia, a monk in his religious attire, and a lady in elegant medieval dress. The herald, a symbol of authority and nobility, stands proudly with his heraldic shield and scepter, his elaborate headdress adorned with feathers and other heraldic emblems. The monk, clad in his brown habit and cowl, represents the spiritual and intellectual traditions of the Middle Ages. His serene expression and the open book in his hands underscore the importance of learning and piety during this period. The lady, with her flowing gown, intricately designed headdress, and delicate jewelry, embodies the grace and elegance of the medieval court. Her attire, inspired by illuminated manuscripts, portraits, and other historical sources, is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized the era's fashion. The Martins, father and sons, were renowned artists and engravers, with John Martin being a romantic artist and mezzotint engraver, and Charles and Leopold continuing the family legacy in the field of etching. Their work, which drew from a wide range of historical sources, including tapestries, monumental effigies, illuminated manuscripts, and portraits by artists such as Holbein, Hollar, Van Dyck, and Lely, remains an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of medieval history and fashion.
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