Antique Emblems

Imperial Crest Antique Shield Coat of Arm Wall Plaque Armorial LA Antique Dealer , Beautiful Early 19th century Heavy Bronze Imperial Armorial Armoirie Coat of Arms with scrolls and ...

The handle features an heraldic emblem and a bearded man carving. Black Forest ca. 1900s.

But perhaps most compelling are the octagonal gul motifs, their bold forms adorned with eight outward hooks and central nested diamonds. These are tribal emblems and protective seals...

The rest of the pale ivory field is filled with flowering branches, birds, butterflies and small emblems in blue, teal, rose and green. The teal blue border is layered with a floral ...

He invested large sums of money into the company and granted it the use of the royal scepter as its emblem. He also commissioned many KPM porcelain objects to be made in the Rococo s...

A rare 20th century Turkish Hereke rug with a gorgeous pale yellow field with a large central coat of arms of the Ottoman Empire. The emblem features an ornate cartouche surrounded b...

In the Middle Ages and Renaissance, a rich tapestry panel woven with symbolic emblems, mottoes, or coats of arms called a baldachin, canopy of state or cloth of state was hung behind...

An Impressive Marble and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock In the Louis XVI Manner Constructed from a marble platform with a bronze group above; all confidently dressed with exquisite hand-c...

Behind him, a disciplined line of Swiss infantrymen stands at attention, dressed in matching red uniforms adorned with the Bernese bear emblem. Their black and red plumed hats, polis...

His breastplate bears the Bernese bear emblem, reinforcing the city’s heraldic identity.

The imposing wagon, drawn by a team of stately horses, is richly adorned with captured Burgundian banners, heraldic emblems, and draped fabrics that signify the spoils of war.

The pelican in Christian art is an emblem of Jesus Christ, by "whose blood we are healed" and it is also a symbol of charity.

Handsome little Regence style low table in rift-sawn French oak featuring a pie-crust top with beautifully-carved apron featuring symmetrical scrolls and central shell emblem; cabrio...

Stylized lotus motifs bloom beside abstracted trees, perhaps an allusion to the Tree of Life, that ancient Anatolian emblem of continuity between earth and heaven. Horned deer signal...

Moreover, Charles de Valois, duke of Angoulème (d. 1496) used the salamander in fire, as his emblem. His son, François I, king of France, kept this emblem and added NUTRISCO ET EXTIN...

Known as the "King of Flowers," peonies are considered emblems of spring and symbols of beauty and refinement.

He invested large sums of money into the company and granted it the use of the royal scepter as its emblem. He also commissioned many KPM porcelain objects to be made in the Rococo s...

In 1892, Lautrec began signing his works with his initials, “HTL,” compressed into a circle. This emblem was inspired by designs found on tsuba, or Japanese sword hilts.

From the golden imperial eagle to the fortified castles and heraldic crosses, each emblem tells the story of regional identity, independence, and allegiance.

The banner, featuring the iconic Basel staff emblem on a white field with gold trim, is held high as a symbol of the city's independence and influence within the Swiss Confederation.

These flags, adorned with various heraldic emblems, represent the vanquished foes and annexed territories that shaped Bern’s power.

Holding the 'Bernese standard' aloft, he displays the famous black bear on a golden background with a red border—an emblem that has symbolized Bern’s strength and sovereignty since t...

Clad in rich red and black livery with golden emblems, these musicians play long ceremonial trumpets, adding a dynamic auditory element to the visual splendor of the event.

The cock is symbolic of the sun and an emblem of vigilance and courage; known as a bird that will fight to the death in battle.

Featuring a bright red talisman emblem to ward off evil spirits and serve as a protective symbol.

Distinguished by its relatively large, squarish format, the design on this glorious example is composed of a central coral red reserve flanked by two narrower ivory compartments, eac...

This beautiful carved chair has been ebonised in black, as was the fashion on the death of Prince Albert, it is very stylish The chair has shaped fabric panels which have been upho...

Exquisite Craftsmanship: Carved from durable sandstone, this escudo showcases intricate detailing, with every line and emblem carefully sculpted. The stone has aged gracefully, givin...

At its center lies a striking stepped-diamond medallion—a powerful emblem of strength and stability—flanked by a harmonious arrangement of angular motifs radiating outward in calcula...

Beside him, a second rider, dressed in matching red and silver, carries a long pike and wears a shield on his left arm emblazoned with the crossed halberds, a traditional emblem of S...

The foremost figure carries a splendid white banner adorned with two red bears supporting a crowned shield, surrounded by golden stars. This emblem signifies the guild’s historical t...

To their right, a nobleman in a striking black and silver Renaissance-style outfit raises a ceremonial flag with a central emblem of a crowned lion and a bird, surrounded by red and ...

On the right, the Canton of Bern is depicted with an imposing figure holding the red and yellow flag featuring the black bear, Bern’s heraldic emblem. The banner bearer is clad in gl...

The composition exudes movement and rhythm, with the mounted figure at the forefront, holding a banner adorned with six green leaves arranged in two vertical columns on a white field...

Each tribe had their own distinctive tribal emblem or gul. This late 19th century example is a product of the Salor tribe, who are described as being the most noble and aristocratic ...

The sides are decorated with two dragons soaring through the night sky towards a flaming pearl, an emblem of the sun, of the moon, of balance, and of power.

Some mounts carry profound symbolism: a moth symbolizing rebirth and the cyclical nature of life in Taoism and Buddhism, a bee representing diligence and industriousness, and a crab—...

For the oriental tradition, the meaning of the peony is linked to immortality, but its flowers are also an emblem of fugacity because the flowering lasts only a few weeks.

Traditionally associated with motherhood, fertility, and feminine strength in Anatolian textile symbolism, these iconic emblems lend the exceptional composition a compelling narrativ...

The banner he holds features a red and white flag with a key symbol, the historical emblem of Unterwalden. This canton was one of the original members of the Swiss Confederation, and...

T Walker & Son LTD England Cherub brass Marine log spinner, lamp Early 20th c log spinner set on a hand made teak base and made into a Lamp some years ago, This is a lovely deco...

The barrels are adorned with intricate royal emblems, sun motifs, and ornate scrollwork, indicating their use in the French monarchy’s artillery corps.

The jar then narrows into a sturdy circular base that anchors its stately presence. Adding an emblem of authenticity, the jar bears the signature of the original maker, Boisset, acc...

In the sky, a pair of cranes were flying. Most animals were emblems of longevity. The imagery was set against a background of dense gold nashiji.

The woman strikes an unusually revealing pose - a bold statement at the time - and stands before a branch of plum blossoms, an emblem of winter and eternal beauty. The colorful scene...

Gilt painted ribbons scroll around the rim and down the cavetto, holding peaches and Daosit emblems, including castanets, a flute, a drum, and a ruyi scepter.

At the bottom of the poster, emblems and inscriptions further glorify the colonial endeavor, listing notable figures and events related to the French conquest of Tonkin.

The scene is framed by artistic niello enamel panels of intricately entwined flowers which include the famed Scottish thistle, the National emblem of Scotland. The sides and base of ...

Meticulously engraved, each work presents an opulent tableau of architectural details, classical ornament, and symbolic objects arranged upon magnificent consoles and urns. Emblems o...

A triple hollyhock is incorporated into the design, representing the Tokugawa, while the other emblem of three Japanese gentian flowers on five bamboo leaves represents the Minamoto ...

The central panel is engraved with images of a house, a wreath, and various other emblems, as well as a central roundel faintly marked and inscribed ‘1743’ for the year.

Baccarat and company emblem on the bottom. Absolutely great condition, no abrasion of the gold plating.

The symbolism of the various elements is deeply rooted in Chinese culture: • The Phoenix: A symbol of the Empress and beauty, the phoenix is also an emblem of peace and order. Accord...

Koi, known as carp in the Western world, are emblems of strength, perseverance, and tenacity, among others.

At the heart of the rug, a central medallion in deep blue features an intricate, circular motif reminiscent of ancient Tibetan symbols, representing harmony and balance. This emblem ...

The baluster form terra cotta vase decorated with Chinoiserie decoration including a Court figure waving a banner with an attendant, persimmons, orchids, peonies and other emblems of...

Ornate designs, such as animal heads, skulls, and various emblems may also be carved into the wooden handles; these may make them harder to wield, but some find them more attractive.

Surrounding a finely woven curvilinear field design with sole vertical symmetry seen most often in Sultanabad Rugs, the central border enjoys repeated cypress tree emblems, represent...

Beneath, the distinctive red anchor emblem marks this as their workmanship. At justsix inches tall, this glazed porcelain tableau combines wit and skill, encapsulating Chelsea Porce...

Famous in the West as an imperial emblem since the Ming Dynasty, the phoenix bird symbolizes the Emperor and Empress.