Antique Emblems

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

(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...

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

In traditional symbolism, the diamond often signifies the eye—an emblem of vigilance and guardianship—suggesting that the field itself is watched over, protected from unseen forces.

This statue, which depicts him gesturing towards his successful troops, celebrates several military victories, especially the return of the standards lost to the Parthians several de...

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

(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 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...

Especially following the Acts of Union in 1707, which joined the Kingdoms of England and Scotland, the personification of the martial Britannia was used as an emblem of British marit...

Peony Peony - Mu-Dan - Queen of Flowers, the peony is a emblem of wealth and distinction. Chrysanthemum One of the "Four flowers of the Season" as a symbol of the autumn, th...

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

Since its establishment in 1860, the Maison Bagues has been an emblem of French sophistication in luxury lighting design.

The flower was an appropriate emblem for a rising sun and growth, which led to its use in other states, and the carryover of the color to many other objects of the campaign for years...

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

These repeating elements act as protective emblems, enclosing the interior world while reinforcing balance and continuity.

Additionally, there is a most remarkable coat of arms visible - with the motto 'LABORE' (= 'by effort') - and with three stylized lilies laid on blue ground (like the noble houses ...

Rising from a cruciform platform base adorned with knops and having concealed castors, supporting the inlaid, and gently stepped and tapering centre column with stylized 'c' form bra...

In the important Italian palaces, from the 17th century and then throughout the 18th century, the consoles were among the most sought-after furnishings, emblem of the richness of the...

Each signature emblem carries its own symbolic weight—heritage encoded in geometry, tradition preserved in wool.

Nearby, butterflies flutter among blossoms, long regarded as iconic emblems of joy and happiness. Across the crimson field a formation of seven birds in flight traces a subtle arc th...

Diamonds suggest clarity and resilience, cruciform elements evoke balance and spiritual grounding, while the palmettes extend outward as emblems of vitality and renewal. The arrangem...

These aren’t random motifs—they are carefully curated emblems of harmony, peace, and continuity. Woven with the precision of a master atelier, they speak to the tapestry’s original p...

Though these dragons bear four claws, they remain potent emblems of noble power, their vivid eyes and outstretched talons alive with ancient energy.

His approach was defined by this contemporary realism that eschewed idealized depictions of animals as heroic emblems of nobility. Rather, Stevens emphasized the ordinary animals of ...

The symmetry and scale of this central form create an immediate visual anchor, establishing the rug as both a protective emblem and a statement of cultivated taste. Surrounding the ...

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

Each page ruled with red borders. Gilt embossed emblems on the front and rear interior boards. These bindings are some of the best available.

Columnar, Empire style gilt mounts stand each side of the inlay. Napoleonic emblems of stars, palmettes and foliage feature here.

Gien specialized in traditional French earthenware’s with scenes and motifs taken from French historical sources, heraldic emblems and contemporary politics, it was well-known for it...

A bright red cape is strewn on top of a sword with a twisted hilt and a large scutum that features a fleur de lys and winged cherub emblem emblazoned on top of the shield. In the fro...

The fleur-de-lis is perhaps most closely associated with the French monarchy, who incorporated the emblem in their heraldry from the thirteenth-century onwards.

Roses bloom in full flourish, their petals symbolizing love and devotion, while delicate floral sprigs and curling ribbons drift across the field like a whispered melody. Acanthus le...

Surrounding the central scene is a sumptuous border of fruiting vines, curling leaves, and stylized blossoms—emblems of fertility and abundance rendered in glowing colors that echo t...

In the important Italian palaces between the 17th and 18th centuries the consoles were among the most sought-after furnishings, emblem of the wealth of the client, to show off in the...

Subtle Shou motifs appear as discreet emblems of longevity, their presence signaling wishes for enduring life and continued prosperity.

Framing this exquisite work of art, stepped corner spandrels are filled with an array of boteh forms—timeless emblems associated with life force and enduring prosperity.

At the heart of the striking composition, cloisonné vases emerge as emblems of harmony and cultivated life, each vessel cradling flowering branches that speak to renewal and scholarl...

Above, Ruyi clouds drift across the upper register—auspicious forms associated with divine blessing—while two butterflies flutter nearby, long regarded as emblems of joy and companio...

In the rarefied world of collectible textiles, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Caucasian Shirvan runner rises as a true emblem of exclusivity and heritage. Woven in the sto...

Anchoring this visual composition is a striking “picket-fence” border in alternating black and ivory bars—an emblem of enclosure and guardianship, delineating a sacred space within t...

Other popular motifs included the Boleslawiec emblem, the potter’s emblem of Adam and Eve, heraldic signs, and nature motifs like florals and birds.

His polychromed ivory Corpus from a crucifix is in the Museo Civico di Belluno, which preserves some of Brustolon's preparatory drawings for frames to be carved with putti displaying...

The powerful apron displays sweeping Baroque curves and centers an intricately worked Sun King medallion—a symbolic emblem of Louis XIV and an important identifier of the period.

The large showy blossoms are thought to possess unparalleled beauty and are considered an emblem of wealth and honor. The gorgeous flowers and their foliage expertly adorn the field,...

The lotus speaks of purity and spiritual perfection, rising immaculate from still waters; peonies declare beauty, honor, and noble rank; chrysanthemums whisper promises of longevity ...

The earliest recorded use of the lion rampant as a royal emblem in Scotland was in 1222. Since 1603, the lion rampant of Scotland has been incorporated into both the royal arms and r...

As a collector’s item, this piece is not only a testament to the weaver's artistic mastery but also an emblem of resilience and adaptation. Perfect for display in a space that values...

Obviously these were not chairs designed to loll about in decadent pleasure but rather emblems of a powerful family with a well furnished interior.

The clothing is decorated with traditional emblems most often seen on ancient Chinese ritual bronzes, while his hat looks very much like an upside-down lotus leaf.

Jadeite and greenstone were worked into a wide variety of items from tools and utensils to items worn as emblems of social and political power. Jade objects were a sign of wealth and...

The iconic willow tree, with its sinuous lines and graceful descent, serves as both subject and symbol: a timeless emblem of resilience and renewal. In contrast, the water’s cool blu...

A decorative garland of flowers and national emblems wraps the composition, making this print not just a historical record but also a decorative celebration of military alliance and ...

Approaching near his mossy bed, Soft whisp'ring to herself she said:– "Thou little imp, whose potent art Bows low with grief the feeling heart; Whose thirst insatiate, loves to si...

Every flourish is more than ornamental—it is an emblem of prestige, belonging to a cultural language that only the initiated could fully decode.

Of Charles Eastlake design, the open fretwork to the top and sides; the Fine figured walnut to the body and drawer front with highly carved handle; the Fine quality wood grain and pa...

Maison Baguès remains today as an emblem of French sophistication. French, circa 1870.

Mandarin ducks are often pictured in pairs, as they are here, and are an emblem of conjugal fidelity. The lovely color palette, comprised mostly of shades of gray with blue, deep red...