The artwork, titled “David Greene Bookplate,” is an exquisite piece of design by the renowned artist Paul Revere. It belongs to the art movement known as Rococo and is part of a series of bookplates.
The artwork features an intricately detailed coat of arms, adorned with floral motifs and scrollwork typical of the Rococo style. Central to the design are three deer positioned within a shield, surmounted by another deer head atop the composition. Below the shield is a ribbon bearing the Latin words “NEC TIMEO NEC SPERNO,” translating to “I neither fear nor despise.” The name “David Greene” is elegantly inscribed below, accompanied by the artist’s signature, “Revere sc.” The entire artwork is rendered with meticulous attention to detail and ornamental flourishes, reflecting the sophisticated aesthetic of the period.