Antique Emblems

The satin-lined lid bears the Joseph Bell retailer’s name beneath a crown emblem, together with a partially legible address.

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...

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...

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

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...

A habit or badge with the fleur-de-lis cross of the Order of Preachers, also known as the Order of Saint Dominic or Dominicans, made of gilt bronze and decorated with black and white...

Exceptional proportion and delightfully detailed throughout Displays a desirable aged patina with a gently time-worn appearance Quality silver plate presents, bright reflective tonal...

The finesse of the engraving and the quality of the blowing link this piece to German-Dutch productions of the 17th century, a period during which glasses with mottoes and moral embl...

Because the British Assay Offices officially banned the use of the crown on silver-plated wares in 1896 to prevent confusion with sterling silver town marks, this diagnostic emblem d...

The composition is enriched by scholarly and ceremonial objects, including ornamental vessels and archaic-inspired forms, emblems of cultured living, refinement, and reverence for an...

Crowning the composition is a finely cast gilt dove holding a floral wreath, a traditional emblem of eternal love and marital devotion. A decorative mirror plaque suspended beneath t...

The composition is steeped in Eastern symbolism; the presence of the crane and the deer, both classical emblems of longevity and peace, transforms the rug from a decorative object in...

In the Victorian era, sapphires were considered emblems of fidelity, sincerity, and constancy often given to express enduring love or noble intentions.

Paired with old-cut diamonds – eternal emblems of love and endurance – this necklace carries both romance and rarity, shimmering with all the elegance of the Belle Époque.

The upper sections are further ornamented with antique vessels and auspicious emblems, while the lower panels display floral compositions and seasonal plants.

The rug's spacious field features a harmonious scattering of auspicious symbols including bats (for happiness), butterflies (symbolizing joy and summer), and florals such as peonies ...

Offering both cultural significance and charm, the table reinvents a traditional Sicilian oxcart—a vivid emblem of Sicilian folklore and daily rural life—into a unique and sculptural...

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...

Dating back to circa 1880, the carpet features a vibrant crimson field densely decorated with an all-over motif of boteh forms-stylized leaf or paisley figures-each enclosed in a ser...

The wide border frames the composition with a rhythmic procession of rosettes, X-shaped tribal glyphs, and floral emblems in alternating shades of brick red, soft clay, and wheat.

By the 19th century, the motif had additionally acquired darker connotations of mortality and fate, making it a compelling emblem of life's triumphs and transience. Despite these ass...

Each suspended figure becomes an emblem of destiny, spiritual guidance, and the unseen forces believed to shape human existence.

Possessing both architectural presence and emotional intimacy, this rare Scandinavian wall hanging belongs to the golden age of decorative textile art, when embroidered interiors bec...

The salamander motif was the personal emblem of King Francis I, historically symbolizing the ability to withstand and conquer fire.

The iconic boteh stands as an enduring emblem of eternal life and flourishing abundance, while the ram's horn conveys courage, resilience, and steadfast protection.

The result combines the order of a classical emblem with the psychological ambiguity characteristic of Symbolism.

In the opening there are the original cast iron interiors with the Napoleonic emblem of bees with which the Emperor is traditionally associated.

At the center sits a medallion inspired by a classic Chinese longevity symbol, composed of concentric rings and geometric articulation. This central emblem offers a sense of stabilit...

Anchoring the medallion at either end are flaming palmette pendants, ancient emblems associated with vitality, rebirth, and the eternal light that guides the spiritual journey.

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.

This rug represents an important documentary record of design pride and structural elegance in the early 20th century, when ornamental ironwork and architectural forms became emblems...

Antique sculpture of a female Moor with flowering cornucopia Venice, 19th century Carved, lacquered and gilded/silvered wood Total height 202 cm (column base 82 cm, figure 120 cm) ...

Founded by Chalcidian Greeks in the 8th century BC, Leontini (modern Lentini) took its name from the lion (λέων) and adopted this emblem as its defining symbol. While smaller than ne...

Each medallion is filled with highly stylized geometric devices, branching motifs, and symbolic tribal emblems believed to represent protection, prosperity, and the continuity of life.

This mudra signifies the moment of the Buddha’s awakening, where he calls upon the Earth to bear witness to his attainment of Nirvana, making it a powerful emblem of spiritual awaken...

A Fine Green Marble Empire Style Pedestal The free-standing pedestal constructed from Verde Antico marble of tapering rectangular form dressed on all sides with gilt bronze mounts o...

The scene depicts Saint Jerome - identified by his traditional emblems of a lion, cardinal's hat, and book - living as a hermit.

The lamp is distinguished by its dark green tole shade, centered with a gilt Napoleonic eagle shown standing upon thunderbolts and laurel branches—an emblem of imperial authority, mi...

This runner represents an important documentary record of design pride and structural elegance in the early 20th century, when modernist geometry and bold, abstract forms became embl...

At the heart of the visual juxtaposition, an emperor presides from an elevated throne beneath a globe bearing the abbreviated motto Senatus Populusque Romanus (SPQR), surmounted by t...

The architectural clock case is framed with laurel branches and enriched with finely cast Empire-style ornaments, including garlands, ribbons, palmettes, and allegorical emblems. Th...

Above him, a winged putto presents a palm frond, the traditional emblem of victory through martyrdom, while additional angels emerge from the shadowed celestial background.

Each motif within the blocks appears like a stylized emblem, offering a sense of cultural heritage while maintaining a modernist restraint.

Executed in the long-standing Chinese blue and white tradition, the jar reflects the enduring popularity of symbolic motifs and finely painted ornamental decoration. The bold central...

Features original metal emblem of manufacturer "Strafor-forges de Strasbourg".

Their story, immortalized in Apuleius' Metamorphoses, recounts Psyche’s arduous trials before achieving immortality and eternal union with Cupid, making the couple a timeless emblem ...

The floral motifs-particularly peonies-are emblems of wealth and prosperity, while the sinuous forms and repetitive border patterns suggest longevity and unity.

This evocative café table, classically categorized as a guéridon, is a quintessential emblem of the Belle Époque's vibrant brasserie culture.

The shoulders are adorned with finely detailed double-headed eagles—the emblem of the 32nd degree of the Scottish Rite—executed in platinum against a warm gold backdrop.

The exceptional clarity of the intricate geometric outlines, specifically the perfectly balanced symmetry of the opposing colorful cartouches and corresponding star emblems, definiti...

The density of the decoration is a characteristic element of the evolution of the Baroque style, as an emblem of splendour and power. From a structural point of view, the carving co...

CARVED FOLK ART MASONIC WALKING STICK Stained, ebonized and polychromed hardwood With bas-relief symbolism along the length of the shaft Circa late 19th century 36" in total length...

The Queen of Seas Prised for millennia, pearls are organic gems with strong associations with the Moon, great value, and weddings Emblem of Purity, rewarded in history by Kings and Q...

A well executed and extremely rare portrait of what appears to be a 3 year old Imperial Aristocratic Russian boy dressed in an iconic sailor suit worn over a vest bearing the emb...

A beautifully rendered four-armed whirligig—or fylfot—appears among the embroidered motifs, a centuries-old emblem representing good fortune, vitality, and the changing seasons long ...

The exceptional clarity of the intricate geometric outlines, specifically the perfectly balanced symmetry of the opposing colorful quadrants and corresponding protective emblems, def...

This mudra represents the calling of the earth to witness the Buddha's attainment of truth, making it a powerful emblem of stability and spiritual awakening. Burma, with its rich cu...

Marked beneath the base with the factory's distinctive axe emblem and the word "France," this authentic Sainte-Radegonde vase is preserved in excellent condition.