At the center of this plate is a reproduction of Enrique Simonet's Autopsy, below which is written L'Anatomie du Coeur. Here the medical examiner is seen observing the heart presumably removed from the woman on the gurney in front of him. A note on the reverse side of the bookplate indicates that it was never used.
A microscope and a shelf full of books, with an open book in the forefront, are at the center of this plate. Above, surrounded by elaborate design, are two swords crossed with a lion supporting a cross at the center. Within this design is the motto Forte et Fidele.
Subject (Name):
Coutant, Richard B.
Subject (Topic):
Animals, Armorial bookplates, Books, Cross, Lion, Physicians, and Sword