Antique Emblems

The underside is finely decorated with a band of stylized petals and linked sacred jewel emblems, encircling an unmarked foot ring—typical of Fukagawa production during the Meiji era.

Why we love it: Because it is more than a jewel; it is a talisman. An emblem of luck, devotion, and Edwardian grace, made to be worn close and treasured always.

The image not only documents these ceremonial and battlefield emblems with technical clarity, but it also conveys the symbolic richness of Ottoman visual culture.

The scepter is decorated with 3 separated white jade medallions, carved with 8 Buddhist emblems. They are from Qing period. The scepter is recently made with zitan style infinite hui...

While the term “gavel” became widely recognised in the 18th and 19th centuries, mallet-like instruments were used much earlier, particularly in English trade guilds and legal context...

Their symbolism as auspicious guardians and emblems of vigilance made them especially suitable for temple and household altars.

The connection between the chrysanthemum and the imperial family began when Emperor Go-Toba adopted it as a personal emblem, aligning it with the strength and refinement of the emper...

The leaf motif draws inspiration from the paulownia crest, historically associated with the Japanese imperial family and later adopted as the emblem of the Japanese government after ...

Each section features intricate vegetal scrollwork, medallions with allegorical or mythological figures, heraldic emblems, and architectural flourishes. Particularly eye-catching is...

At the center, an ornate shield design features a blue field framed by curling acanthus leaves and gilt drapery, flanked above by two flying putti holding garlands—an archetypal Rena...

Le Pavillon Royal près Biarritz stands as a vivid emblem of the French Riviera’s glamour and the golden age of travel poster design—a timeless snapshot of graceful seaside elegance b...

The lower apron is scalloped and centered with a carved shell motif, a key decorative emblem of the João V style, which drew heavily on French Louis XIV influences while maintaining ...

The print belongs to the celebrated emblem-and-townview series known as Thesaurus Philopoliticus / Politisches Schatzkästlein, conceived by the Bohemian-German poet Daniel Meisner (1...

The border employs a formal arrangement with an ivory ground hosting Buddhist emblems and stylized floral motifs, punctuated by blue diamond patterns at the corners and midpoints.

The slogan on the top emblem reads; “The Flag, Liberty, Our Union”.

The border is particularly notable for its elaborate repoussé-style cartouches of alternating gilt and enamel decoration, incorporating Chinese symbols of longevity, prosperity, and ...

Scattered throughout are owls, the sacred animal of Minerva, evoking wisdom and foresight. A star-cross emblem at Minerva’s left shoulder further emphasizes her divine guidance and ...

This portrait, engraved in the elegant 18th-century Dutch style and likely attributed to Jacobus Houbraken (1698–1780), depicts Farnese in ornate armor, adorned with the chain of the...

Beneath the portrait oval, a symbolic pietra dura cartouche displays emblems of learning and enlightenment: a laurel wreath (for honor and wisdom), a quill and inkwell (for writing a...

At the center of the composition is a large oval panel depicting a neoclassical urn overflowing with flowers—an emblem of abundance and cultivated taste—surrounded by curling acanthu...

This portrait, engraved in the elegant 18th-century Dutch style and likely attributed to Jacobus Houbraken (1698–1780), depicts Farnese in ornate armor, adorned with the chain of the...

At the bottom center, the papal tiara and crossed keys surmount a coat of arms supported by two winged cherubs. The heraldic emblem is presumably that of the Boncompagni family, fram...

Most striking is the meticulously engraved coat of arms on the face of each beaker—a heraldic emblem rendered with exceptional precision. The armorial features two crowned beasts in ...

Dodecahedron canes are rare, crafted as conversation pieces and sometimes as emblems of intellectual, philosophical, or Masonic affiliation.

The prominent red crosses, representing the knightly order's emblem, stand out against the subdued tones of his garments.

Frame Tip: Pair this engraving with a dark wood frame to echo the solemn black robe, complemented by a deep green mat board to highlight the thistle emblem and its Scottish roots. Th...

In medieval Europe, for instance, the lion was considered a royal emblem embodying the nobility and strength of the reigning monarch.

Around his neck hangs a symbolic scapular with Passion emblems, echoing Carmona’s signature attention to sacred iconography.

Around the shoulders, a chevron band of lanceolate leaf motifs with white floral emblems is set above additional stylized animal mask motifs featuring eyes and horns.

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period bronze mantel clock with an emblems of classical Greek figures By Benedict Studios (signed to the underside) USA, Circa 1910 Measures: 8.25"W x 2"D...

He is dressed in black with two crossed swords emblems on the forearm of his black jacket. His trousers have a double silver stripe.

The front features exquisitely detailed repousse flowers surrounding a spirited dragon, a powerful emblem of strength, protection, and transformation.

Central to the composition is a vibrant pastoral vignette of a shepherd and muse surrounded by busts, scrolls, and emblems of art and music, highlighting the Rococo love for idyllic,...

Below the main panel is a grid of smaller motifs and symbolic forms, including stylized waves, lotus blossoms, cloud scrolls, and abstract emblems. These were drawn from East Asian e...

Around them, the plate is filled with iconic emblems of ancient Egyptian culture: the winged solar disk, amulets, cobras, ankhs, lotus motifs, and ornamental collars.

Presented in original olive green cloth boards, with gilt emblem and titles to the front and gilt titles to the spine.

Together, they establish a strong architectural rhythm, while the surrounding tapestry of secondary tribal emblems introduces a sense of spontaneity and charm.

Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of Burgundy Beige backgrounds through the centre.

Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of beige and green backgrounds through the centre.

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period bronze bud vase with an emblem of a classical Greek figure By Benedict Studios (signed to the underside) USA, Circa 1910 Measures: 3.25"W x 3.25"D ...

These panels are not only a stunning example of Meiji-era craftsmanship but also serve as a powerful emblem of protection and auspiciousness, making them a significant addition to an...

This flag is not merely decorative but a meticulously crafted emblem, likely denoting an individual yacht or private club, adding a layer of prestige and maritime provenance.

Among the inlaid patterns is the iconic ‘Shou’ emblem, which conveys wishes for longevity, success, and prosperity in Chinese culture.

This palette and composition, favored by Istanbul’s courtly patrons and exported to Europe’s grand estates, distinguish the piece as an emblem of taste, wealth, and cultivated artist...

The top of the font is engraved with a pigeon emblem and the phrase ‘Lampe Pigeon [...] Sûr tout Rien que à l’Essence Minérale’ (‘The safe beacon only for mineral oil’), highlighting...

Of particular importance is the symbolism adopted: the crescent moon, an element which in Greek culture was considered a sign of fertility and prosperity, as it is representative of ...

In Roman culture it was carried by deities of abundance—Fortuna, Abundantia, and Ceres—as an emblem of civic prosperity and the cycles of nature.

This program is not merely a piece of theatre ephemera but an early example of collaboration between modern artists and radical dramaturgy—an emblem of the Gesamtkunstwerk (total art...

A kamon is a traditional Japanese family emblem, and this particular design features four bold square "eyes" arranged within a circle—symbolizing structure and distinction.

Among the desk’s most distinguished features are the brass drawer handles decorated with feathers — the heraldic badge of the heir apparent to the British throne. This emblem, histor...

Fabergé (К.ФАБЕРЖЕ) in Cyrillic, beneath the Imperial Warrant with an Eagle – an emblem of the Russian Imperial Court. Granted to Carl Fabergé in 1885 by Tsar Alexander III, the war...

Above the columns flanking the drawer are two star emblems, with bronze pulls and more gold trim rounding out the design.

Exquisitely carved and richly gilded, the chairs feature an oval back with a distinctive “crossed arrows” motif at the center, a neoclassical emblem associated with love, unity, and ...

The connection between the chrysanthemum and the imperial family began when Emperor Go-Toba adopted it as a personal emblem, aligning it with the strength and refinement of the emper...

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period hammered copper humidor with silver emblems of Dionysus, the ancient Greek god of wine and merriment.

The table is all hand-painted in a traditional Turkish style with antique woven fabric attached to the top of this table that shows the Turkish tughra emblem. The fabric is circa 175...

An emblem of the Belle Époque's fascination with the exotic, this original 1890 poster by Jules Chéret—often called the father of the modern poster—captures the spirit of late 19th-c...