Antique Emblems

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.

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...

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

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

The Brooklyn Bridge is at once monument, transportation artery, compositional framework, and emblem of modernity. Behind its cables, Manhattan materializes through evening haze like ...

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 ...

In time, the local form of Christianity blurred increasingly with traditional beliefs and Christian symbols became emblems of power and instruments in local ritual.

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.

His horse is presented in an elaborate heraldic caparison decorated with French royal emblems. Dated 1475. Plate No. 25. 4. Voulgier, Crenequenier, en 1400 Two medieval soldiers ...

Said to appear only in peaceful times, it was introduced to Japan during the Nara period and remains a revered emblem found in national treasures, such as the brocades preserved in t...

Each shade with a thick gilt lion crest featuring the sun and a sabre or sword. This crest is the emblem for Iran and from 1846 appears on that country's flag.

The work depicts the Virgin of Mercy (Nuestra Señora de la Merced), shown crowned and haloed, standing upon clouds with arms outstretched in a gesture of protection. The small embl...

An evocative and sought-after example of early emblem literature and moral allegory.

Each finely hammered and repoussé vessel features richly modelled acanthus leaves and rococo scrolls, topped with an openwork lid surmounted by a rooster finial – the heraldic emblem...

The field is sparsely decorated with small symbolic motifs, including angular branches, rosettes, and abstract tribal emblems, enhancing the medallion’s visual impact.

19th Century royal presentation badge in an ornate oval walnut frame, the central emblem is a silvered metal of intertwined letters appear to be "V" and "R" meaning VR for Victoria R...

The composition showcases rows of paisley-inspired medallions surrounded by ornate floral and vine motifs, each circular medallion encloses symbolic elements that may reflect regiona...

The figure, veiled and richly dressed, holds her cloak like an apron from which delicate roses appear—an emblem of charity. The portrait stands out for its beautifully rendered face...

It was often linked to marriage rituals and worn as a symbol of eternal union, resilience, and fidelity — a powerful emblem capable of overcoming adversity and safeguarding love thro...

The artist emphasizes the dramatic appearance of the skull emblems displayed on the riders' headgear and horse furniture.

La pittura a Crema nel Seicento, Milan 1997, pp. 64-87 This high-quality painting is an eloquent emblem of the Baroque style, combining technical mastery, dramatic lighting and em...

The figural reserves are framed by gilt geometric borders and surrounded by a profuse ground of flowering peonies, scrolling foliage, butterflies, birds, fruit, fans, books, vessels,...

The painting shows an intense image of the Greek philosopher Democritus, portrayed as a mature man holding a book in his hands, an emblem of a life dedicated to study, and is present...

Makers mark on back and an numbered emblem with at the top. Wear consistent with age and use.

By the 19th century, such works were highly sought after by Grand Tour travelers, who prized them as sophisticated emblems of classical taste. Comparable examples reside in major ins...

The pendant combines several layers of symbolism: Red enameled Cross of Christ - faith, sacrifice, and Portugal's maritime history and the Portuguese Coat of Arms at the center - rep...

The painting shows an intense image of the Greek philosopher Heraclitus, portrayed as a mature man holding a book in his hands, an emblem of a life dedicated to study, and is present...

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.

Its sepia tonality, facsimile inscription, Latinized credits, and intentionally unfinished drawing style transform the poet’s battered physical appearance into an emblem of psycholog...

Because of this myth, the hound became an emblem of protection, strength, and divine origin.

Intaglio rings, featuring gemstones carved with portraits, crests, mythological figures or classical motifs, have been admired for centuries as personal emblems of identity, status a...

Antique Miniature Portrait of Juliette Récamier — This finely rendered miniature depicts Juliette Récamier, the celebrated French socialite and emblem of Neoclassical elegance. Renow...

Beautifully modeled with remarkable attention to musculature and texture, the lions stand as timeless emblems of strength, guardianship, and the Tribe of Judah, framing the sacred te...

In the important Baroque Italian palaces, the consoles were among the most beloved furnishings, emblem of the wealth of the client, to show off in the large halls.

The Rising Sun The great circular sun is the drawing’s most direct emblem. It appears low on the horizon, intersected by radiating bands of line.

This specific crest was the exclusive emblem of the ruling Tokugawa shogunate, signifying supreme authority and noble lineage.

The face becomes dominant, and the future emperor appears less as a remote emblem of state than as a recognisable young man.

Mysterious and richly symbolic, this antique 14k gold stickpin (circa 1880–1900) features a finely detailed coiled serpent holding a single natural pearl in its mouth—a timeless embl...

Around her neck rises an elaborate openwork lace collar, painstakingly delineated by the artist to convey both texture and delicacy—an emblem of the finest craftsmanship of the period.

For all these reasons, the falcon was the emblem of the supreme god, and the king was the god's representative or earthly incarnation.

The largest square panel is centered by an elaborate lobed medallion containing a stylized calligraphic emblem surrounded by dense scrolling floral ornament executed in raised couche...

In the author's opinion, the engraver transformed a formal royal progress into a brilliant political farce, creating the paradox of the king's own emblem turning against the king's o...

Ram horn motifs, fertility symbols, stars, and ancient tribal emblems appear throughout the composition, emphasizing the cultural and narrative depth of the rug beyond its decorative...

Surrounding the portrait are ornate floral garlands and traditional British emblems, lending the piece both historical depth and decorative charm.

The palm branches are traditional emblems of martyrdom and spiritual victory; croziers identify bishops and abbots; weapons recall military saints; crowns and elaborate robes disting...

This image symbolizes the successful completion of the hunt and appears frequently in eighteenth-century sporting prints as an emblem of accomplishment and tradition. Below him, the ...