Heraldry Collection (#3)

8970913

Farnese coat of arms, 17th century (carved wood)
8620081 Farnese coat of arms, 17th century (carved wood) by Italian School, (17th century); Galleria Nazionale (Complesso Monumentale della Pilotta), Parma, Emilia-Romagna

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Knight of the Order of St. Stephen, from 'Ward and Lock's Illustrated History of the World', pub
3701762 Knight of the Order of St. Stephen, from 'Ward and Lock's Illustrated History of the World', pub. c.1882 (print) by English School

Portrait of Antonia Canis, 1624. Creator: Cornelis de Vos
Portrait of Antonia Canis, 1624.

Portrait of Levinus Memminger, 1485. Creator: Michael Wolgemut
Portrait of Levinus Memminger, 1485.

The Presentation of the Captain General's Baton to Antonio Moncada by the Queen Regent....1410
The Presentation of the Captain General's Baton to Antonio Moncada by the Queen Regent Blanca of Sicily in 1410, 1664

The Submission of the Sicilian Rebels to Antonio Moncada in 1411, 1663. Creators: David Teniers II, Jan van Kessel
The Submission of the Sicilian Rebels to Antonio Moncada in 1411, 1663. Antonio de Moncada, having defeated the rebels, represented by two kneeling men in the foreground

Figure with Coat-of-arms (verso), 1487. Creator: Wolfgang Beurer
Figure with Coat-of-arms (verso), 1487.

Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (The large cardinal), 1523. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (The large cardinal), 1523. Cardinal Albrecht (Albert) of Brandenburg (1490-1545) was Elector and Archbishop of Mainz from 1514 to 1545

Basket, c1700. Creator: George Lewis
Basket, c1700. An earl's coronet sits above the coat of arms in the center of this octagonal silver basket. The borders are extensively pierced

Casket presented to the Princess of Wales by the ladies of New South Wales, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Casket presented to the Princess of Wales by the ladies of New South Wales, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Hetzen, published in the Sydney Morning Herald, of a '...beautiful casket

Lindsey House, Chelsea, London (b/w photo)
8626974 Lindsey House, Chelsea, London (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lindsey House, Chelsea, London)

Lindsey House, Chelsea, London (b/w photo)
8626973 Lindsey House, Chelsea, London (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lindsey House, Chelsea, London)

8725413

Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Bantwa; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India
8725391 Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Bantwa; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India; Private Collection; (add.info.: Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Bantwa; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India); © Dinodia Photo

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Coat of Arms Shri Krishna (Murlidhar) in the centre Early 20th century; Surya Pratapgadh; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India
8725400 Coat of Arms Shri Krishna (Murlidhar) in the centre Early 20th century; Surya Pratapgadh; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India; Private Collection; (add.info)

Front page of the "Discourse of the Counterfeiters", an account of the privileges granted to the merchants of
AIS5377055 Front page of the "Discourse of the Counterfeiters", an account of the privileges granted to the merchants of Barcelona to the detriment of the military corps of Catalonia

Map known as " Leo belgicus " (Lion belgique) of the 17 United Provinces of the Netherlands, 1583-85 (map)
AIS5338612 Map known as " Leo belgicus " (Lion belgique) of the 17 United Provinces of the Netherlands, 1583-85 (map); Mercatormuseum, Sint-Niklaas

Signet of the book printer Nikolaus Kesler, 1503 (woodcut)
8726621 Signet of the book printer Nikolaus Kesler, 1503 (woodcut); 6, 0x8, 0 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Caption Opera Antonii Mancinelli Velicerni in Bramaticam)

8725415

Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Manavadar; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India
8725396 Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Manavadar; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India; Private Collection; (add.info.: Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Manavadar; Saurashtra; Gujarat; India)

Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Lathi; Gujarat; India
8725395 Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Lathi; Gujarat; India; Private Collection; (add.info.: Coat of Arms Early 20th century; Lathi; Gujarat; India); © Dinodia Photo

Gunther XXI von Schwarzburg, King of Germany, 1304-1349, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912613 Gunther XXI von Schwarzburg, King of Germany, 1304-1349, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Gunther XXI von Schwarzburg, King of Germany, Roemischer Koenig, 1304-1349)

Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, died 1330, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912607 Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, died 1330, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, Prior of the Order of Saint John or Johanniter-Ordens)

Allegory of German Unity 1871 (Germany and Prussia reunited): The Reich 1871
FGL5479410 Allegory of German Unity 1871 (Germany and Prussia reunited): The Reich 1871. Sadowa's victory on 03/07/1866, won by the Prussians over the Austrians

Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail
7209649 Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail.; Hotel Dieu, Beaune, France; (add.info.: Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, Cote)

Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail
7209647 Beaune Hotel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Tapestry. Mystic Lamb. 14th century (?). Detail.; Hotel Dieu, Beaune, France; (add.info.: Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, Cote)

Title page with calligraphy and heraldic shields. Handcoloured copperplate engraving Richard Sawyer from John Thomas
FLO5000245 Title page with calligraphy and heraldic shields. Handcoloured copperplate engraving Richard Sawyer from John Thomas Smith's Topography of London

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Ornament: Heraldry, Helmet Trappings (engraving)
8651141 Ornament: Heraldry, Helmet Trappings (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heraldry, Helmet Trappings)

Fulham, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660188 Fulham, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fulham, Borough Arms)

Lewisham, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660189 Lewisham, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewisham, Borough Arms)

Wandsworth, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660187 Wandsworth, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wandsworth, Borough Arms)

Shoreditch, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660186 Shoreditch, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shoreditch, Borough Arms)

Stoke Newington, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660185 Stoke Newington, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stoke Newington, Borough Arms)

Welshpool, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660170 Welshpool, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Welshpool, Borough Arms)

Poplar, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660167 Poplar, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poplar, Borough Arms)

Chelsea, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660165 Chelsea, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chelsea, Borough Arms)

Tewkesbury, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660164 Tewkesbury, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tewkesbury, Borough Arms)

Wells, City Arms (colour litho)
8660162 Wells, City Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wells, City Arms)

Camberwell, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660157 Camberwell, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Camberwell, Borough Arms)

Durham, City Arms (colour litho)
8660151 Durham, City Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Durham, City Arms)

Holborn, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660148 Holborn, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holborn, Borough Arms)

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"Heraldry: A Tapestry of History, Identity, and Tradition" Step into the world and be transported through time as symbols and emblems tell stories that span centuries. From the mighty HMS Victory sailing proudly under a sea of flags to St. Marks Church in Zagreb, Croatia with its cobbled square echoing tales from distant lands. Flags fluttering atop masts on Royal Navy ships evoke a sense of pride and honor, while medieval English shield designs remind us of chivalrous knights and epic battles fought for glory. The regal Royal Coat of Arms stands tall, representing the unity and strength of a nation. The Russian Imperial Eagle soars high above, symbolizing power and authority, while the Crown of Scotland exudes majesty fit for kings. In St. Marks Church in Zagreb's picturesque square, history whispers through every stone as ancient traditions are preserved. A trades union membership certificate serves as a testament to solidarity among workers striving for better rights and fair treatment. King George VI's heartfelt gratitude towards British children reminds us that even amidst turmoil, kindness prevails. The Officers of Arms at Heralds College in 1952 safeguarded genealogical records with utmost dedication - guardians preserving lineage like precious treasures. And within The Queen's College at Oxford University lies an enchanting color photo capturing knowledge passed down through generations. Heraldry weaves together diverse threads from different corners of the globe - it is a language understood by those who appreciate tradition yet embrace change. It tells tales etched upon shields, sails unfurled on vast seas; it speaks volumes without uttering a word. So let us delve into this rich tapestry where symbols become storytellers – heraldry invites us to unravel history's secrets one emblem at a time.