Antique Emblems

On his chest stands out the flaming sun, emblem of his theological wisdom. The face is delicately modelled, the drapery is soft and realistic, an expression of the island's Baroque s...

They are loved for their open, uncluttered fields, soft sculpted wool pile, and motifs drawn from Chinese symbolism – medallions, florals, birds and auspicious emblems. At a true ro...

They are loved for their open, uncluttered fields, soft sculpted wool pile, and motifs drawn from Chinese symbolism – medallions, florals, birds and auspicious emblems. At a true ro...

Each cabinet features a bowed front centered by a door adorned with a classical urn overflowing with flowers within an oval reserve, flanked by painted trophy panels depicting ribbon...

Crafted in France circa 1870, the cross is cast in solid iron and richly ornamented with elegant pierced tracery, lancet-inspired Gothic motifs, trefoil terminals, and a radiant burs...

Placed in the grand reception halls of palazzos, these ornate consoles served as ultimate emblems of the owner’s lineage, wealth, and sophisticated taste.

Such pendants may be interpreted as protective emblems, symbolically illuminating the composition while establishing a strong axis between earthly and heavenly realms.

Its disciplined symmetry transforms ornament into an emblem of order, destiny, and enduring life. Across the surrounding field, geometricized vegetation creates a vigorous landscape...

The boteh, one of Persia’s most enduring emblems, has been associated with flame, the universe, and everlasting life, while the branching Tree of Life symbolizes immortality and the ...

Inside, the clean, aged cream paper stock remains well-preserved, featuring the publisher's shield emblem sharply printed above the 1878 imprint on the title page, making it a compel...

A fascinating imported spoon, with appealing detail and form Displays a desirable aged patina, gently time-worn with careful use Dutch 930 silver presents bright tonality, with minim...

The design draws upon the vocabulary of antique Roman ornament as interpreted during the Grand Tour era: the pinecone, a classical emblem associated with fertility and renewal; the l...

Because salamanders and lizard-like creatures were believed to walk through fire unharmed, they became emblems of resilience and survival, qualities deeply admired in the rapidly ind...

The object was likely intended for ceremonial use by a presiding lodge officer, where the gavel functioned as both an instrument of order and an emblem of constituted authority. Its ...

Holding a palm branch—a traditional emblem of victory—she raises her other hand in a commanding yet reassuring gesture.

Cypress trees, revered emblems of immortality, dignity, and everlasting life, rise within formal enclosures, while weeping willows evoke humility, transience, and the fleeting nature...

Saturated crimson is punctuated by midnight blue, ivory, tan, and touches of light blue, creating the vigorous chromatic presence for which Heriz weaving is coveted. Five monumental ...

The concentrated scale and spirited drawing imbue this stunning masterwork with the character of a tribal emblem—an object whose visual authority feels at once intimate and ceremonia...

Layered angular palmettes, serrated leaves, and cruciform floral devices radiate outward in disciplined symmetry, giving the medallion the presence of a heraldic emblem. Four smaller...

Between the medallions are finely drawn secondary motifs, including stylized ram's horns, protective tribal emblems, rosettes, and small hooked ornaments that symbolize strength, fer...

The lid and sides are further enriched with stylised birds, scrolling foliate motifs, and traditional cup-bearer blazons, decorative emblems inspired by the heraldic devices used by ...

Both decorative and symbolic, the lion serves as an emblem of strength and authority, paired with the family crest to project status and lineage.

Large geometric lotus blossoms anchor the exceptional composition, carrying ancient associations with rebirth and immortality, while structured lily clusters introduce iconic emblems...

Today, original Meisner engravings are highly regarded by collectors of Dutch history, city views, emblem literature, early cartography, and seventeenth-century prints.

Its pendant-like extremities extend the exceptional composition along the vertical axis, giving the medallion the character of an ornate botanical emblem suspended within the field. ...

The French Eagle, mounted above the tricolour standard, was not a simple military trophy. It was the visible emblem of Napoleon’s army, the rallying sign of the regiment, and a symbo...

This is not merely a piece of jewelry, but a sophisticated emblem for collectors of historical fraternal memorabilia who value both visual artistry and the tangible quality of fine A...

Scotties were favored for their distinctive silhouette and independent temperament, qualities clearly expressed here. More emblem than portrait, the figure carries both physical weig...

Within Anatolian weaving traditions, these flowing pathways symbolize life-giving water, an enduring emblem of purity, prosperity, and the continual movement of existence.

signed 1679. carved sun as emblem of the sun king period. (roi de solail)

While an exact heraldic or family attribution cannot be established with certainty, the emblem forms a particularly intriguing element of the lantern’s distinctly Japanese iconograph...

This statue not only serves as a spiritual emblem but also as a testament to the artistic legacy of Burma, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry that has developed over centuries in ...

Deeply carved panels on the lower doors depict game birds, foliage, and hunting emblems, all characteristic of the French Hunt style.

The dramatic navy blue field is organized around a series of large rust-red geometric medallions alternating with ivory hexagonal compartments, each filled with an array of stylized ...

Jurōjin is shown seated peacefully beside a mountain stream beneath an ancient pine and flowering plum tree, both traditional emblems of resilience and longevity. Elegant cranes soar...

Celebrated since the medieval period and revived with fresh enthusiasm in the Victorian era, these gatherings combined dancing, feasting and the making of floral garlands, and were s...

Shah Abbasi palmettes draw upon the courtly floral vocabulary perfected during the Safavid era, where stylized lotus and lily forms became emblems of abundance and cosmic harmony. Th...

Their rhythmic progression can also be interpreted as running water, an especially meaningful emblem among mountain communities where flowing springs represented purity, sustenance, ...

Together, these botanical emblems and iconic motifs transform the red ground into an idealized Garden of Paradise, where every flower contributes to a visual language of blessing and...

His richly appointed saddle and tack are carefully rendered, while the dark saddle cloth bears the initials “R.F.” for République Française beneath a radiating emblem. Mounted soldie...

At each end of the rug, you’ll find the ancient swastika symbol, a revered emblem in both Buddhism and Hinduism. In Hindu tradition, the swastika represents the four cardinal directi...

The design features include potted plants, incense burners, and other traditional Chinese emblems—thoughtfully arranged to convey balance, harmony, and well-being.

Its ability to shed its skin made it a timeless emblem of regeneration and vitality, while its connection to the ancient symbol of Asclepius reinforced its association with health an...

Suspended in flight above a cloud, he holds white lilies, symbols of purity and chastity, in one hand, while the other points to the dove radiating light, emblem of the Holy Spirit, ...

Complementing the central field are subtle corner and outer border details showcasing similar auspicious Taoist emblems in a muted, tone-on-tone beige. Admirers of the craft will ap...

The surrounding ground is densely filled with a vibrant millefleurs arrangement of leaves, flowers, butterflies, and Taoist emblems, maximizing the visual opulence of the piece.

The outermost border is delicately filled with primitive botanical emblems and angular rosettes, all articulated in tonal hues that echo the rug's overall earthiness.

The presence of Trade Mark indicates this piece existed prior to the 1899 merger of John Carter with Alfred Carter The former had accused the latter of copying his work, hence the ad...

The eagle, one of the defining emblems of the Empire style, symbolised power, authority and classical virtue, while the flame-form nozzles introduce an elegant sculptural contrast.

Long associated with immortality, enduring life, and triumph over adversity, the iconic acanthus became an emblem of cultured sophistication in European design, lending this stunning...

The rooster, or coq gaulois, has long served as an emblem of France, giving this spirited composition an especially evocative French character.

Donovan, later Major Donovan Case decorated with remnants of travel labels, bearing his name before the promotion in rank A long-serving member of the British Military, serving in WW...

Slender cypress trees rise among the branches, an enduring emblem in Persian and Mughal imagery associated with eternal life, steadfastness, and rebirth.

The phoenix introduces one of the composition's most evocative emblems: resurrection, triumph, and life emerging from adversity.

The lotus carried associations with immortality, spiritual purity, rebirth, and divine glory, making these stately blossoms emblems of a world where earthly beauty and the eternal we...

Branching outward from the medallions are stylized ram's horn motifs, ancient emblems associated with courage, longevity, masculine vitality, and leadership.

The sunflower, a celebrated emblem of Louis XIV—the “Sun King”—was a favored decorative motif symbolizing loyalty and the monarch’s radiant power.

Doves traditionally evoke peace, fidelity, domestic harmony, and spiritual devotion, making their association with the hearth—an emblem of household continuity—particularly resonant.

The dolphin was a favourite emblem of the period: drawn from antiquity, associated with protection and safe passage, and adopted in the Regency era as a subtle nod to Britain’s naval...

Drawing on the clean lines, bold geometry, and refined simplicity of the Western Art Deco movement while incorporating the ancient symbolic vocabulary of Chinese art — dragons, crane...