Antique Emblems

A prominent white fish motif is present on the front of the skirt, which could be a personal or family emblem, signifying a heraldic identity. Her sleeves are partially covered by a...

His headgear is a shako, a tall, cylindrical military hat, featuring a plume, decorative cords, and a badge or emblem at the front, signifying his regiment. He carries a saber at his...

The rim of the plate is decorated with alternating gilded masks and heraldic emblems. Marked on the back: Amour montrant à un jeune Homme à viser droit au coeur.

The primary objective was the poetry and accompanying emblems with a moralising symbolism. The city views were secondary and mainly published for decoration.

The horse/foal is the emblem of the company. Firmin Bouisset chose here to represent the brand by a Pierrot holding a chocolate bar in his hand.

The mounts include the caduceus, the snake entwined staff of Mercury; palmettes flanked by stylised swans, the swan being another staple of Empire period design; and symbols of learn...

The plates bear assorted markings, including the iconic 'Sèvres' emblem and the noteworthy 'Chateau Des Tuileries' stamp.

Each woven piece is one-of-a-kind, so any small imperfections add intrinsic value to your item, there to be cherished as the emblems of a rare and singular craft.

Each woven piece is one-of-a-kind, so any small imperfections add intrinsic value to your item, there to be cherished as the emblems of a rare and singular craft.

In the foreground is a lion, emblem of the Peugeot brand and symbol of courage and strength.

The prominence to these magnificent chairs of the Brassard de Bordeaux emblem, underscores their importance in commemorating Bordeaux as the fulcrum of the Bourbon restoration as evi...

His attire is both functional and symbolic, featuring a tabard with what appears to be a heraldic emblem over a chainmail armor suit, which suggests his allegiance and his role in th...

The instrument he embraces is a harp, an emblem of the minstrel's craft, with its strings and soundbox detailed in the lithograph.

The primary objective was the poetry and accompanying emblems with a moralising symbolism. The city views were secondary and mainly served for decoration.

The trumpet is adorned with a decorative banner that is likely to bear the emblem or coat of arms of the noble or royal he serves.

The sergeant's head is adorned with a red chaperon, a style of hat that was fashionable and practical, with the tail of the hat often used to display the wearer's allegiance through ...

The Adjutants wear a girdle of copper of fifteen pounds weight, wherewith they are allowed to enforce military discipline by knocking down, or even killing any Janizary with it who t...

In Nezha's grasp, a Ruyi scepter emerges, an emblem of authority and divine power. It is a reminder of the sacred teachings of Taoism, where balance and harmony are sought through en...

At the heart of this magnificent Isfahan rug lies a mesmerizing navy field adorned with a regal red medallion, an emblem of its grandeur. The contrast between the deep navy and the r...

(In the sky of Coucher de soleil no. 1, 1906–07, Collection Rijksmuseum Kröller-Müller, is the solar disk which Delaunay was later to make into a personal emblem) Herbert describes t...

A large 19th Century engraving by Giovanni Battista Piranesi titled Botine de Bronze, depicting highly detailed Roman gladiator leg armor featuring masks and emblems of Bacchus. Titl...

Dominating the composition are five prominent roundels, each enclosing a dynamic blue dragon—a revered emblem of power, protection, and imperial authority in Chinese mythology.

The flag he holds in his right hand is a distinguishing feature, with its specific emblems and color likely signifying his affiliation.

It is mounted on a wooden carved and painted plaque with emblem and foliages and features a large real stag antler trophy.

Angular blocks, stepped forms, and cross-like emblems interlock with deliberate asymmetry, creating a dynamic tension that feels both cerebral and playful.

Four quadrupeds, possibly horses or deer, flank the base of the composition—standing as enduring emblems of mobility, power, and harmony with nature.

Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of red and deep brown backgrounds through the centre.

The main border, a curated patchwork of cartouches, presents a parade of animal emblems—rabbits, goats, horses, and dogs—woven against an elegant backdrop of fretwork, diamond lattic...

The interior is painted in rich cobalt-blue in a medaillion a Buch of grapes The rim has beribboned emblems and flower sprays The exterior has three fruiting sprays and a band of pru...

The cisterns were topped with stone wellheads that often were decorated with floral motifs, symbols family crests or emblems. Wellheads were not only functional but also enhanced the...

Above the pulpit, the arch is similarly embellished, with a central cartouche that appears to house a figure or emblem. This is flanked by two sculptural figures, possibly cherubs or...

The specific elements of the coat of arms, such as the charges on the shield and the style of the crown, could provide more detailed insights into the family, rank, and history assoc...

This motif is clearly associated with the Turkish carpet gul, considered as a sort of emblem, a symbol of tribal belonging. The decoration of the border, on the other hand, clearly d...

Red represents the element of fire, the emblem of which is the phoenix. Also evocative of the summer, this red was often used in connection with festive occasions such as births and ...

At the center of the bonnet an oval medallion has been carved directly into the wood sculpted to depict a bouquet of wildflowers, an emblem favored by Queen Marie Antoinette. Molded ...

The construction of the Club was largely funded by Andrew Carnegie, a Scotsman, so the thistle -- national emblem of Scotland for centuries -- formed the basis for this goblet, its f...

He produced, between 1935 and 1937, Fée Electricité (Spirit of Electricity), the emblem for the French utilities company Electricité de France (EDF).

The textile’s composition centers on a rhythmic lattice of stepped diamonds rendered in striking black and ivory, each one a directional emblem—a symbolic window opening toward the s...

A cane like this, blending European form with distinctly Japanese materials and emblems, would have been carried by a high-ranking official, noble, or samurai descendant—someone navi...

Each pedestal features a striking figural support of a Renaissance cherub-like figure entwined with a serpent, symbolizing strength and vitality, while holding a cluster of fruit in ...

Among these are exemplary compendiari with emblems or works with the most complex decorations, such as the splendid shell placed on the antiquarian market and decorated in polychrome...

Among these are exemplary compendiari with emblems or works with the most complex decorations, such as the splendid shell placed on the antiquarian market and decorated in polychrome...

This profound motif, signifying the eternal cycle of existence, is intertwined with bold palmettes—emblems of nobility and resilience. Beyond this grand frame, inner and outer floral...

Scattered across the field are auspicious emblems that unfold like a poetic garden. Pairs of ritual vessels—incense burners and censers—stand as symbols of veneration and harmony, th...

There is also a latin emblem - 'nec somnolentus, nec officiosus' which roughly translates as 'neither sleepy or dutiful'.

The Indonesian official coat of arms is centered on the Garuda. The national emblem of Indonesia is called Garuda Pancasila.

At the heart of this exquisite work of art universe, a lozenge lattice of cusped cartouches forms an intricate architectural framework, each medallion an emblem of balance and contin...

Loosely based on Michelangelo's "Pieta," the image in this poster depicts a monumental Red Cross nurse as a "Madonna" on one knee cradling in her arms a bandaged and blanketed soldie...

He attracted the attention of the king and the Court with the portrait of Monsieur, brother of the sovereign, in 1688 then of Philippe II of Orléans, the following year. Louis A true...

It became a symbol of the Jewish diaspora, and the menorah depicted on the arch served as the model for the menorah used as the emblem of the state of Israel. This print originat...

The field design balances visual richness with openness, allowing the detailed ornamentation—featuring tiny rosettes, floral sprays, and abstract emblems—to shine without overwhelmin...

Surrounding this central motif is a dynamic array of stylized tribal elements—floral rosettes, talismanic emblems, and symbolic cross-like forms—all symmetrically anchored to create ...

(In the sky of Coucher de soleil no. 1, 1906–07, Collection Rijksmuseum Kröller-Müller, is the solar disk which Delaunay was later to make into a personal emblem) Herbert describes t...

In a distinguished interior, this extraordinary masterpiece becomes more than a furnishing—it becomes an environment, a statement of elevated taste, and a lasting emblem of refined l...

Below the main monument is a smaller inset featuring a plan of the tomb site and an engraved seal bearing the king’s emblem. The print was engraved by James Basire (1730–1802), a di...

In the important baroque Italian palaces, the consolles were among the most sought-after furnishings, emblem of the richness of the client, to show off in the large halls of represen...

The Indonesian official coat of arms is centered on the Garuda. The national emblem of Indonesia is called Garuda Pancasila.