Heraldry Collection (#5)

A medieval tourney with cudgel, sword and lance. From an illustration in Georg Ruxner's Origins of the Tourney in
FLO4702983 A medieval tourney with cudgel, sword and lance. From an illustration in Georg Ruxner's Origins of the Tourney in the German Nation, 1532

The pedigree of King James VI and I
3330193 The pedigree of King James VI and I; (add.info.: The pedigree of King James VI and I (1566-1625) King of England and Ireland. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Botany. The broom (shrub) in Brittany (French province). Illustration from a series on the Flowers of France, France
2638852 Botany. The broom (shrub) in Brittany (French province). Illustration from a series on the Flowers of France, France, c.1900.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Botanique. Coll)

Botany. The anthyllis montana, flower in Franche Comte (French province). Illustration from a series on the Flowers of
2638851 Botany. The anthyllis montana, flower in Franche Comte (French province). Illustration from a series on the Flowers of France, France, c.1900.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Botanique)

Universal Geography: Honduras and Salvador. Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century
DUV4218167 Universal Geography: Honduras and Salvador. Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century. (lithograph); 9.5x6.5 cm; Photo © Duvallon

Universal Geography: French Department of Gard (30). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century
DUV4218131 Universal Geography: French Department of Gard (30). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century. (lithograph); 9.5x6.5 cm; Photo © Duvallon

Universal Geography: French Department of Savoy (73). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit
DUV4218046 Universal Geography: French Department of Savoy (73). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century. (lithograph); 9.5x6.5 cm; Photo © Duvallon

Universal Geography: French Department of Marne (51). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit
DUV4218107 Universal Geography: French Department of Marne (51). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century. (lithograph); 9.5x6.5 cm; Photo © Duvallon

Universal Geography: French Department of the Deux Sevres (79). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit
DUV4218033 Universal Geography: French Department of the Deux Sevres (79). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century. (lithograph); 9.5x6.5 cm; Photo © Duvallon

Universal Geography: French Department of the Somme (80). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit
DUV4218028 Universal Geography: French Department of the Somme (80). Advertising images edited for the brand Louit. Debut 20th century. (lithograph); 9.5x6.5 cm; Photo © Duvallon

Tiero de Dio, map of the Arabian Sea (or Arabian Sea) and the Persian Gulf (or Arabian Arabian Gulf)
MMM5474127 Tiero de Dio, map of the Arabian Sea (or Arabian Sea) and the Persian Gulf (or Arabian Arabian Gulf). Manuscript with table and scale, bound with 25 maps in an atlas (24x17 cm)

Portrait of Captain Sir Edward Brace (ca. 1769-1843), who distinguished himself in the British Navy
MMM5462444 Portrait of Captain Sir Edward Brace (ca. 1769-1843), who distinguished himself in the British Navy on the Mediterranean fronts

Portrait of Francois I (1494-1547) on Horseback, 1542-44 (print)
MEP5463941 Portrait of Francois I (1494-1547) on Horseback, 1542-44 (print); 40.5 -- 30.4 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Coat of arms of the Right Honourable Hugh Boscanven, 1st Viscount Falmouth, 1680-1734, 1724 (copperplate engraving)
6337527 Coat of arms of the Right Honourable Hugh Boscanven, 1st Viscount Falmouth, 1680-1734, 1724 (copperplate engraving); (add.info.: Andrew Johnston after C)

Sir Guy de Bryan, Baron Bryan, died 1391, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912632 Sir Guy de Bryan, Baron Bryan, died 1391, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Sir Guy de Bryan, Baron Bryan, died 1391. In suit of armour with chainmail camail attached to helmet)

St. George on horseback slaying the dragon, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912628 St. George on horseback slaying the dragon, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: St. George on horseback slaying the dragon in front of a kneeling princess while a king)

Conrad III or Konrad III von Bickenbach, 1298-1354, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912616 Conrad III or Konrad III von Bickenbach, 1298-1354, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Conrad III or Konrad III von Bickenbach, 1298-1354. With great helm and coat of arms on an escutcheon)

French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912609 French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: French knights and ladies in front of a castle, 14th century)

POPE ALEXANDER III, 1903 (postcard)
7272490 POPE ALEXANDER III, 1903 (postcard); (add.info.: POPE ALEXANDER III (circa 1100 - 30 August 1181), aka Rolando Bandinelli was born in Siena, elected in 1159

Medieval knights in a pitched battle. Lines of cavalry charging on an open field
FLO4703348 Medieval knights in a pitched battle. Lines of cavalry charging on an open field. From Hans Burgkmair's Triumph of Emperor Maximilian I, 1526

Sir John Cornwall, First Baron Fanhope and Milbroke, English nobleman and soldier, 1364-1442
FLO4678472 Sir John Cornwall, First Baron Fanhope and Milbroke, English nobleman and soldier, 1364-1442. He wears a suit of plate armour, armorial tabard with a gold-crowned red lion on ermine field

Sir John Harsich, 1384. He wears his tilting helmet with turkey-feather crest and cointisse over his bassinet
FLO4678208 Sir John Harsich, 1384. He wears his tilting helmet with turkey-feather crest and cointisse over his bassinet. The wreath below the crest is two pieces of silk in his armorial colours

A knight of the Blanchfront Family, 1397. He wears a suit of armour with a visored bassinet, silk camail
FLO4678217 A knight of the Blanchfront Family, 1397. He wears a suit of armour with a visored bassinet, silk camail, ornamented mamillieres, round cuffed gauntlets, hauberk

Coat of arms of Languedoc, 19th century (engraving)
8698327 Coat of arms of Languedoc, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: History. France. Coat of Arms of Languedoc. Engraving, France, 19th cent.); © Archives Charmet

Viking boats at the siege of Paris, ca 1900 (illustration)
7422848 Viking boats at the siege of Paris, ca 1900 (illustration); (add.info.: History. France. Viking boats at the siege of Paris, 885-886)

The battle off the Isle of Wight on 4 August, 1588, c.1590 (coloured engraving)
7340031 The battle off the Isle of Wight on 4 August, 1588, c.1590 (coloured engraving) by Adams, Robert (1540-95) (after); 38x50 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

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Detail with cornice and allegorical figures of the decoration, Church of St Francis, Sassuolo, Italy
8683596 Detail with cornice and allegorical figures of the decoration, Church of St Francis, Sassuolo, Italy by Bianchi, Baldassarre (1612-79) & Monti

Numero Pondere et Mensura
1575836 Numero Pondere et Mensura; (add.info.: Numero Pondere ET Mensura (Number, weight and measure). Heraldic design of fish and keys

A dragon of Wales (engraving)
8672667 A dragon of Wales (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dragon of Wales)

Christmas Day Gifts Certificate, 1915 (colour litho)
8673081 Christmas Day Gifts Certificate, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Day Gifts Certificate, 1915)

Dorchester, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660175 Dorchester, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dorchester, Borough Arms)

Brecon, Town Arms (colour litho)
8660169 Brecon, Town Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brecon, Town Arms)

Islington, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660149 Islington, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Islington, Borough Arms)

Darwen, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660146 Darwen, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Darwen, Borough Arms)

Battersea, Borough Arms (colour litho)
8660142 Battersea, Borough Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battersea, Borough Arms)

Ayr, Town Arms (colour litho)
8660139 Ayr, Town Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ayr, Town Arms. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of Borough)

Heraldic zoo of imaginary animals, used on flags and coats of arms (litho)
8641532 Heraldic zoo of imaginary animals, used on flags and coats of arms (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heraldic zoo of imaginary animals)

The married man's Coat of Arms (colour litho)
8656240 The married man's Coat of Arms (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The married man's Coat of Arms)

Coat of arms of Oxford University (colour litho)
8656039 Coat of arms of Oxford University (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coat of arms of Oxford University, Oxfordshire)

Victoria, cigar box label (chromolitho)
8677713 Victoria, cigar box label (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria, cigar box label.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Cover illustration and advert for the book, Banks Views of Scottish Scenery (litho)
8677305 Cover illustration and advert for the book, Banks Views of Scottish Scenery (litho) by Scottish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Taymouth Castle, Perthshire, Follow Me, The Marquess Of Breadalbane (colour litho)
8665497 Taymouth Castle, Perthshire, Follow Me, The Marquess Of Breadalbane (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taymouth Castle, Perthshire, Follow Me)

Tregothnan, Cornwall, Patience Passe Science, Viscount Falmouth (colour litho)
8665471 Tregothnan, Cornwall, Patience Passe Science, Viscount Falmouth (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tregothnan, Cornwall, Patience Passe Science)

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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.