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James I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland|Peter Paul Rubens|Simon Gribelin II

An allegorical scene showing the benefits of James' reign at center, Wise Government trampling Rebellion at right, and Liberty trampling Avarice at left

1720
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33.1 × 46.5 cm (13 × 18.3 in)

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