"The Achievement of Our Soveraigne King Iames as He Nowe Beareth with the Armes of the Severall Kings That Have Aunciently Raigned Within His Nowe Dominions", Speed, John

Engraved by Jodocus Hondius, this is the frontispiece to Speed's The Theatre of the Empire.... A dedication and the royal coat of arms of King James I fills the center of this elaborate sheet. The 24 smaller heraldic shields forming the border denote all the associated kings of the ancient realm.

References: Shirley (TP) #33.

Condition: B

A nice impression with minor soiling, some small abrasions at far left, and archival paper repairs at top and right. There is a tear that enters 1/2" into image at left.