A king holding sword and shield design in blackwork with pea pods
TOUTIN, Jean (Châteaudun 1578 - Paris 1644). A king holding sword and shield design in blackwork with Schweifwerk pattern.Engraving, 1619 110x85 mm. Dated '1619' at lower centre.
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