Antique Shields

The composition is framed by a dynamic tribal border made up of symbolic geometric elements and shield-like medallions in strong reds, indigos, and camel tones.

The wood carvings of the armchairs are of the highest quality with flowers, shields and French flutings.

Britannia Silver - The Britannia silver standard of 958 (95.84% of fine silver), denoted by the icon of the seated Britannia holding an oval shield, was introduced by William III in ...

An impactful pair of gilt wood vase stands with breche d’alep inserts to the shaped shield tops of elegant form. French, mid nineteenth century.

Each piece is crafted in silverplate by the Meriden Britannia Company, with the underside bearing their shield hallmark and pattern number 31. The bowls are formed as overlapping lot...

Standing on a ground like terrain is the handsome Trojan Hero Aeneas wearing a flowing cape and with his sword and shield to each side. On the ground to the opposite side is the Etru...

Along the richly patterned borders, S-hooks and Göz (eye) motifs serve as talismans, deflecting ill will and shielding the household from harm. Interlaced within the exclusive compos...

Laurentij imagines), one holding a long spear and shield, the other displaying a parrot and wearing arm and neck ornaments.

Mid 18th century Blue Delftware platter with Daniel Marot style decoration of a shield amidst flowers and foliage scrolls within a decagon.

Dressed in long, modest day dresses with bonnets shielding their heads. The anonymity of the women — faces unseen — adds a layer of mystery and emotional distance.

Completing the ensemble is a mogen (guide/shield), an essential component of the Brit Milah ceremony.

From the large shield, drops a smaller micro mosaic shield, of a matching design, depicting a swan facing to the right.

.\ The Label is oval in form with a double thread edge and is engraved for SHERRY. This example has a shield above, flanked by two scroll supporters, which is engraved with a contem...

The decoration to the body incorporates a vacant shield shaped cartouche. The upper rim of this antique Chinese goblet is encompassed with an applied moulded border.

The stacked zigzag medallions, resembling shields or mountain forms, symbolize guardianship, strength, and cosmic balance within regional cosmology.

Attractive leaded design with shield. Currently housed in a wooden frame - the overall dimensions are for the stained glass and the frame.

Textured glass with leaded designs, featuring a shield in the center. Currently housed in a wooden frame - the overall dimensions are for the stained glass and the frame.

The lid with a lion finial holding a shield with a crest. The other pieces with similar decoration.

SET of 4 American Art-Deco silvered metal wall sconces with an amber colored shield shaped glass slip shade having a gemetric design (MOE BRIDGES MFG, Milwaukee, WI) (PRICED AS SET)

Made of mahogany featuring shield shaped back with marquetry and mother of pearl inlaid floral acanthus design, pierced support, padded seat and serpentine legs.

An English, rosewood and needlepoint tapestry adjustable shield, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Depicted: Boy Scout handing a sword inscribed "Be prepared" to a stylized warrior carrying a shield with an eagle design, who is draped in a robe representing the U.S.

These mystical inscriptions are arranged with care and clarity, their presence intended to shield the wearer from harm and bring divine favor.

Reference: Artists in California 1786-1940, Third Edition, Edan Milton Hughes: Crocker Art Museum, Sheridan Books 2002, Vol. 2, page 1227; Who Was Who in American Art 1564-1975: 400 ...

Figured sloping lid over a serpentine front with satinwood crossbanding and rosewood & ebony chevron stringing. Of fascinating shield form, the canted lid opening smoothly on shi...

Shield form with a crown over a coat of arms with different symbols, the frame carved and gilded in the baroque style.

The knight’s sword is held aloft in his right hand while his left grips a tall kite shield emblazoned with the red cross of St. George or the Knights Templar.

The pseudo armorial captures the distinguishable red and white of St George’s Cross in the shape of a shield, surrounded by green glass and further framed by a patterned border of pe...

These protective covers were used to shield the wooden armor chests that housed full suits of samurai armor.

Carving includes egg and dart, faces, central shield and more, all resting on lion's feet. Drawers function, two brass pulls on each.

A pair of cast iron doorstops - lions rampant with shields. Well modelled. A true facing pair. English, c.1870. 13 1/2" h., 9 1/2" w., 2 5/8" d.

The shield shape at top is covered with abstract vines atop a larger shield of raised silver graduated orbs, bordered by silver twisted wire and tiny silver granulated balls.

This is a very rare and absolutely unique hand made Brass Judaical Spice Mortar and Pestle with 10 Commandments and two lions in the front which represents a Torah Shield. The Pestle...

Excellent Piece of Viennese Bronze Art around 1920: Native American with long hair and typical feather headdress, dressed in a fur vest over a leather jacket and wide leather trouser...

The shepherds react with awe and fear, shielding their eyes and falling to the ground, while sheep and rustic details of the countryside complete the composition.

This antique tobacco box retains the original push fit cover embellished with an impressive shield shaped cartouche displaying the crest of a bull below the engraved name 'F Daw'.

Set of three 19th century horn spoons with silver shields on the handles. They are so charming and would look wonderful on any table setting, or in a cup on a bookcase or in a cabin...

The hourglass or “bow-tie” motifs—ancient symbols of fertility, transformation, and balance—are repeated like protective shields across the composition. The stepped diamonds, reminis...

The painting is not signed. But there is a shield on the frame. Housed in an ornate period frame, this historically significant artwork is an excellent example of 19th-century Orient...

The base, in the shape of a shield, is made of oak wood. Taxidermist Paul Martinot, Rue du Temple, Auxerre, France circa 1920.

- Reverse: Features a shielded Bald eagle clutching an arrow and olive branch.

Notes: The diverse array of motifs and decorative devices used within the “yellow ground” group is attested to by this (so far) unique 18th century rug. The shield-like figures with ...

In the center of the lintel is a shaped shield flanked by a pair of volute C-scrolls. The escutcheon is adorned with a chevron above a shallowly carved “1704”.

Fascinating Georgian chemist’s case, steeped in period charm and practical ingenuity Crafted from select flame mahogany, offering warm caramel tones and fine grain interest Dressed w...

It depicts a farming couple standing alongside a shield quartered with agricultural symbols, all under the motto "GOD IS OUR TRUST."

The anterior cover is embellished with an embossed and chased decorated iconic Chinese dragon design amidst clouds, on a matte background, incorporating a shield shaped vacant cartou...

Case: The crisp heavy 18ct yellow gold case with engine turned front cover with vacant shield cartouche surrounded by a ribbon. The edge of the case has raised floral engraving as do...

Below the shield, the motto "Crede Signo". The Latin motto "Crede Signo", translating to "Believe in the Sign" or "Trust in the Sign", was adopted by the former County Borough of Ro...

Here it is depicted as part of a striking stained glass window, the black eagle above a matching eagle and chequerboard armorial shield surmounted by a crown, knight’s helmet and scr...

Once in the form of a chain pendant and once in the form of a coat of arms shield at the top left as a red Jerusalem Cross on a silver shield.

This 5 inch square tile is adorned with three lions passant within a heraldic shield and flanked by seed pods on scrolling foliate stems, thought to be fruits of planta genista and t...

The cylindrical neck of the silver jug is embellished with exceptional cast and applied floral and scrolling foliate decoration, all on a matte background; there is an exceptional sh...

The work captures both the strength of the armored rider and the grace of the galloping horse, cloaked in vivid heraldic colors. The knight’s shield and barded horse are decorated wi...

Nut growing on a brown branch from the right edge of the shield. Falcon looks to the left and stands on your blue shield.

Opt for UV-protective glass to shield from fading, and display in a shaded area to avoid direct sunlight exposure.

A Very Attractive Late 18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Shaped, Georgian Dressing Table Mirror, Of Unusually Large Proportions, Having Elegant Shield Shaped Plate, Over Shaped Base W...

A Dutch Delft charger, decorated in petit-feu polychrome enamels and gilding, early 18th century. The central shield, painted with three hunting horns, is surmounted by a coronet and...