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The Psalmes of King David translated by King James

Print
17th century (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Engraved frontispiece, 'The Psalms of King David translated by King James', 17th century, Harry Beard Collection.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleThe Psalmes of King David translated by King James (published title)
Materials and techniques
Engraving, printed ink on paper
Brief description
Engraved frontispiece, 'The Psalms of King David translated by King James', 17th century, Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Engraved frontispiece to 'The Psalms of King David translated by King James', with figures of King David and King James, 17th century, Harry Beard Collection.
Dimensions
  • Height: 13cm
  • Width: 7.1cm
  • Mount width: 13.6cm
  • Mount height: 21.2cm
Marks and inscriptions
  • 'The Psalmes of King David translated by King James' (Printed in centre of plate)
  • 'Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will towards men' (Printed at top of page, issuing from the months of cherubs)
  • 'Cum Privilegio Regice / Maiestatis' (Printed below)
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard
Subject depicted
Summary
Engraved frontispiece, 'The Psalms of King David translated by King James', 17th century, Harry Beard Collection.
Other number
Collection
Accession number
S.690-2013

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Record createdFebruary 14, 2013
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