Armoiries Collection

Botany. The broom (shrub) in Brittany (French province)
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)

Geography. Luxembourg. City of Luxembourg
3433981 Geography. Luxembourg. City of Luxembourg. Postcard inspired by a sketch by J.B. Fresez (1835), c.1900 (postcard); (add.info.: Luxembourg. Fresez (1835), debut 20eme. Coll. Part. Geography

Roussillon Coat of arms, 19th century (engraving)
2460618 Roussillon Coat of arms, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Geography. France. Coat of arms of the county of the Roussillon. Engraving, France, XIXth cent.); Photo © CCI

Detail of the Right Bank, from the map of Paris c. 1540
617394 Detail of the Right Bank, from the map of Paris c. 1540, known as the Plan de la Tapisserie, made as a tapestry c

The Month of July / Chateau of Vincennes, from the series of tapestries
XIR391189 The Month of July/ Chateau of Vincennes, from the series of tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

The Month of October / Chateau of the Tuileries, from the series of tapestries
XIR391188 The Month of October/ Chateau of the Tuileries, from the series of tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

Map of Paris c. 1540, known as the Plan de la Tapisserie, made as a tapestry c
CHT163104 Map of Paris c.1540, known as the Plan de la Tapisserie, made as a tapestry c.1571, 1818 (colour engraving) by Naudet, Caroline (1775-1839); Bibliotheque Historique de la Ville de Paris

Dolphin Seal, the Shield of France, with dolphins and fleur-de-lys, 1376
ARN156742 Dolphin Seal, the Shield of France, with dolphins and fleur-de-lys, 1376 by French School, (14th century); diameter: 8.7 cm; Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

Paris, front and reverse of a promotional card for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits
488578 Paris, front and reverse of a promotional card for LefAvre-Utile (LU) biscuits, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School

The Month of June / Chateau of Fontainebleau, from the series of tapestries
XIR391190 The Month of June/ Chateau of Fontainebleau, from the series of tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

The Month of April / Chateau of Versailles, from the series of tapestries
XIR391186 The Month of April/ Chateau of Versailles, from the series of tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

The Month of September / Chateau of Chambord, from the series of Tapestries
XIR391185 The Month of September/ Chateau of Chambord, from the series of Tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

Coat of Arms of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, 1558 (oil on panel
XIR415745 Coat of Arms of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, 1558 (oil on panel by Flemish School, (16th century); Oudheidkundig Museum van de Bijloke, Ghent

Coat of Arms of the French Empire, design for a tapestry, 1808 (oil on canvas)
XIR192100 Coat of Arms of the French Empire, design for a tapestry, 1808 (oil on canvas) by Saint-Ange-Desmaisons, Louis (1780-1831) (after); Mobilier National, Paris

Coat of arms of the French Royal Family (tapestry)
XIR240230 Coat of arms of the French Royal Family (tapestry) by French School, (17th century); Musee National de la Legion d Honneur, Paris

Heraldic coats of arms of the royal families of Austria, Germany
XIR379727 Heraldic coats of arms of the royal families of Austria, Germany, France and Portugal associated with the donor, Margaret of Austria, 1527-29 (stained glass) by Antoine Noisin

National Symbol of the French Republic, 1903 (colour litho)
CHT271735 National Symbol of the French Republic, 1903 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Porte de la Grosse Cloche in Bordeaux, c. 1851 (photo)
CHT274947 The Porte de la Grosse Cloche in Bordeaux, c.1851 (photo) by Le Secq, Henri Jean-Louis (1818-82); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Detail of the Ile de la Cite, from the map of Paris c. 1540
617396 Detail of the Ile de la CitA©, from the map of Paris c

Coats of Arms, from Americae Tertia Pars 1592 (coloured engraving)
XIR223427 Coats of Arms, from Americae Tertia Pars.. 1592 (coloured engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Russia, from a series of promotional cards for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits
488576 Russia, from a series of promotional cards for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School

Spanish boy and girl, from a series of illustrations of children from different countries
488419 Spanish boy and girl, from a series of illustrations of children from different countries, produced as promotional cards for the Bon MarcheDepartment Store in Paris

Coat of arms of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF268073 Coat of arms of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: lord protector of England)

Coat of arms of Austrian Empire (Kaisertum -sterreich) from 1816 until 1867, c
617788 Coat of arms of Austrian Empire (Kaisertum A-sterreich) from 1816 until 1867, c.1898 (colour litho) by German School

Crest of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
STC111319 Crest of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Defender of the Faith and King of Hanover (c.1801-37) (see also 111318) by German School

Crest of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
STC111318 Crest of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Defender of the Faith and King of Hanover (c.1801-37) (see also 111319) by German School

Coat of Arms of Italy, design for a tapestry, 1808 (oil on canvas)
XIR180485 Coat of Arms of Italy, design for a tapestry, 1808 (oil on canvas) by Saint-Ange-Desmaisons, Louis (1780-1831) (after); Mobilier National, Paris

Cover of a book owned by Cardinal Mazarin, with the finishing showing the cardinal
741455 Cover of a book owned by Cardinal Mazarin, with the finishing showing the cardinals arms of stars and fasces

Detail of the Left Bank, from the map of Paris c. 1540, known as the
617395 Detail of the Left Bank, from the map of Paris c

The Month of May / Chateau of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, from the series of tapestries
XIR391187 The Month of May/ Chateau of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, from the series of tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

The two-headed eagle of Maximilian I (1459-1519) (colour litho)
CHT214194 The two-headed eagle of Maximilian I (1459-1519) (colour litho) by German School; Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; out of copyright

The Crozier of the Abbesses of the Cistercian Convent Abbaye du Lys
XIR397308 The Crozier of the Abbesses of the Cistercian Convent Abbaye du Lys (silver gilt & rock crystal) by French School, (13th century); Musee Lambinet, Versailles

Ms 2151, fol. lv Coat of arms of Michel Eyquem de Montaigne (1533-92) (vellum)
CHT211305 Ms 2151, fol.lv Coat of arms of Michel Eyquem de Montaigne (1533-92) (vellum) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris

Plate with the coats of arms of Emperor Franz Joseph I (1830-1916
CHT172481 Plate with the coats of arms of Emperor Franz Joseph I (1830-1916) and Empress Elizabeth of Bavaria (1837-98) from Heraldischer Atlas by the artist, 1899 (colour litho) by Strohl

Jean Le Feron, Herald
JEAN LE FERON French herald, depicted presenting his Blason d armoiries to king Henri II. Date: 1504 - 1570

Angel holding a shield with the heraldic arms of de Chaugy and Montagu families with
XIR344041 Angel holding a shield with the heraldic arms of de Chaugy and Montagu families with the two leopards of the de Jaucourt family, 1460-66 (oil on panel) by Weyden

Angel holding a shield emblazoned with the heraldic arms of the de Chaugy and Montagu arms
XIR344040 Angel holding a shield emblazoned with the heraldic arms of the de Chaugy and Montagu arms, 1460-66 (oil on panel) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464) (attr)

Guillemette de Montagu with Saint Guillaume, 1460-66 (painted panel)
XIR344036 Guillemette de Montagu with Saint Guillaume, 1460-66 (painted panel) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464) (attr)

Christ being carried to the Tomb (oil on canvas)
XIR331778 Christ being carried to the Tomb (oil on canvas) by Tournier, Nicolas (1590-1638/9); 314 x 166 cm; Musee des Augustins, Toulouse

Imaginary Composite Procession of the Order of the Garter at Windsor, engraved by
XCF277656 Imaginary Composite Procession of the Order of the Garter at Windsor, engraved by Marcus Gheeraerts (1521-86) 1576 (coloured etching) by English School, (16th century); British Museum

Coat of Arms, from Americae Tertia Pars 1592 (coloured engraving)
XIR223426 Coat of Arms, from Americae Tertia Pars.. 1592 (coloured engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes, France; Flemish, out of copyright

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"Armories: A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of History" Step back in time and explore the intricate world of "armoiries, " where symbols, colors, and emblems intertwine to tell stories of power, heritage, and identity. Delve into the fascinating details of the Right Bank in Paris circa 1540 as depicted on an ancient map. Marvel at the architectural wonders that once graced this iconic cityscape. Transport yourself to a summer's day in July at the majestic Chateau of Vincennes through a series of tapestries. Feel the warmth radiating from these exquisite artworks as they capture moments frozen in time. Continue your journey through time with The Month of October at the Chateau of Tuileries. Let your imagination run wild amidst opulent surroundings while admiring this masterpiece crafted with threads. Uncover Paris' secrets within a unique tapestry known as Plan de la Tapisserie, created around 1540. Lose yourself in its intricate design, tracing each street and landmark that shaped this enchanting city. Discover France's regal history through a Dolphin Seal - The Shield of France dating back to 1376. Adorned with dolphins and fleur-de-lys, it symbolizes strength and elegance passed down through generations. Indulge your senses with LU biscuits promoted by Lefevre-Utile; let their deliciousness transport you to Paris' vibrant streets captured on both sides of a promotional card from yesteryears. Imagine Victorian England coming alive before your eyes as you witness a young postman diligently delivering letters from his sack - an image brimming with nostalgia and timeless charm. Experience June's splendor at Chateau Fontainebleau via another stunning tapestry installment. Let nature's beauty unfold before you within these woven threads capturing scenes bathed in sunlight. Marvel at April's allure within Versailles' grandeur showcased on yet another tapestry.