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Emblems Collection (#9)

"Unveiling the Hidden Symbolism: Exploring Emblems through History" Step into the world of emblems, where secrets and stories intertwine

Background imageEmblems Collection: Three women in a rowing boat sailing through tunnel; in the background a second rowing

Three women in a rowing boat sailing through tunnel; in the background a second rowing boat and landscape with flowering trees, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro

Background imageEmblems Collection: Man talking with squatting woman, behind them a flowering tree and water can be seen

Man talking with squatting woman, behind them a flowering tree and water can be seen, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Murata Heiemon, 1851 - 1853

Background imageEmblems Collection: Standing woman and man sitting on pillow, in the background a screen with painting

Standing woman and man sitting on pillow, in the background a screen with painting of a phoenix, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Mera Taichiro, Murata Heiemon, 1847 - 1850

Background imageEmblems Collection: Man sitting on porch, pulling up his shoes, looking at woman in pink kimono with

Man sitting on porch, pulling up his shoes, looking at woman in pink kimono with pattern of irises; a second woman looking on between the sliding doors, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa

Background imageEmblems Collection: Prince Genji on a veranda with two women, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa

Prince Genji on a veranda with two women, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Mera Taichiro, Murata Heiemon, 1847 - 1850

Background imageEmblems Collection: Saints Peter, Martha, Mary Magdalen, and Leonard, c. 1515-7 (oil on canvas)

Saints Peter, Martha, Mary Magdalen, and Leonard, c. 1515-7 (oil on canvas)
XOS1127614 Saints Peter, Martha, Mary Magdalen, and Leonard, c.1515-7 (oil on canvas) by Correggio, (Antonio Allegri) (c.1489-1534); 221.6x161.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageEmblems Collection: Portrait of Henry Arentsen Vapoer, Simon van de Passe, 1622

Portrait of Henry Arentsen Vapoer, Simon van de Passe, 1622

Background imageEmblems Collection: Vietnamese national flag

Vietnamese national flag

Background imageEmblems Collection: WW1 Allies - Emblems of Freedom

WW1 Allies - Emblems of Freedom
WW1 Allied flags flying above a British Destroyer - Emblems of Freedom Date: circa 1915

Background imageEmblems Collection: Crystal Palace, London, designed by Joseph Paxton: Queen Victoria arriving to open Great Exhibition

Crystal Palace, London, designed by Joseph Paxton: Queen Victoria arriving to open Great Exhibition, 1 May 1851. Emblems of British Empire surrounding corners. Le Blond print

Background imageEmblems Collection: Emblems of Liberty and Humanity: The Red Cross, Mother of All Nations. Red Cross

Emblems of Liberty and Humanity: The Red Cross, Mother of All Nations. Red Cross nurses between the flags of United States and Japan. World War I 1914-1918 Red Cross poster. NGO

Background imageEmblems Collection: Irelands historical emblems

Irelands historical emblems. Ancient cross, ancient harp & shamrocks, standard of Erin, roundtower, abbey, lakes of Killarney. Date c1894. Irelands historical emblems

Background imageEmblems Collection: State Coach

State Coach
Side view of the magnificent Golden State coach used for royal coronations decorated with paintings by Cipriani including the royal arms on the upper back panel, ornamented with the Order of St

Background imageEmblems Collection: Silver Wedding anniversary silhouette portraits

Silver Wedding anniversary silhouette portraits
A Silver Wedding Anniversary picture with silhouette portraits of an early 19th century couple, together with various emblems symbolising marriage. Date: c.1805

Background imageEmblems Collection: EMBLEMS OF EMPIRE

EMBLEMS OF EMPIRE
Emblems of Empire, at Inverary, Argyllshire, Scotland. Date: 1930s

Background imageEmblems Collection: Steel Halberd

Steel Halberd
A steel halberd, used in all civic processions at Berwick- on-Tweed, Northumberland, England. Dated 1685, the right hand piece displays the town emblem, a bear and a witch elm Date: 1685

Background imageEmblems Collection: Crown of England and other emblems of sovereignty

Crown of England and other emblems of sovereignty
The Crown of England and other emblems of sovereignty showing the coronation ring, the sceptre with the dove, or rod of equity and mercy, the sovereigns orb, the royal sceptre with the cross and St

Background imageEmblems Collection: Emblems of the Priestly Character of Sovereignty

Emblems of the Priestly Character of Sovereignty and of its high and solemn responsibility. The symbolic mantle or Dalmatic, and pat of the regalia. (1) St. Georges spurs and the bracelets

Background imageEmblems Collection: Leonardo sketches for three emblems

Leonardo sketches for three emblems
These personal emblems were designed by Leonardo da Vinci in his position as court artist in Milan c.1506-10. They are on the theme of constancy




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"Unveiling the Hidden Symbolism: Exploring Emblems through History" Step into the world of emblems, where secrets and stories intertwine. From the mysterious Freemasons to the eager apprentices seeking knowledge, they have captivated minds for centuries. Delve into Johnson's new chart of national emblems, a treasure trove of visual representations that speak volumes about cultures and identities. Discover the enigmatic symbol of MITHRAS, an ancient deity shrouded in myth and mysticism. Travel to Liverpool, England in 1907 through an enchanting engraving showcasing its Coat of Arms. Marvel at Wallasey Grammar School's vibrant color litho emblem, representing education's power to shape young minds. Witness the grandeur of Standards of Old England depicted in vivid color litho - a testament to heritage and tradition. Explore a mesmerizing Lithographic Plate adorned with intricate arms that tell tales from bygone eras. Gather around as Queen Victoria is laid to rest on a mounted gun-carriage - a poignant emblem marking the end of an era. Stand before the majestic Obelisk honoring Adad-Nirari III, King of Assyria (810-783 BC), whose legacy echoes across time. Raise your glass to Bavaria's rich brewing culture with a beer cask from Augustiner brewery at Oktoberfest in Munich. Behold The Kneph's depiction featuring Ouroboros, delta, and divine eye with the sun - symbols entwined with cosmic significance. Marvel at heraldic bearings adorning Walter Frampton's tomb in St John's Church; watercolors on paper immortalize his lineage for generations to come and can more than mere images; they hold narratives waiting to be unraveled. Join us on this captivating journey as we decode their hidden meanings and unravel their timeless allure.