Shield Emblem Collection

Figurehead: "Henry Clay", 1935/1942. Creator: Mina Lowry. Figurehead: "Henry Clay", 1935/1942
Figurehead: "Henry Clay", 1935/1942

Apotheosis of Washington, 1800-1802. Creator: John James Barralet
Apotheosis of Washington, 1800-1802

Stern Piece, c. 1939. Creator: Laura Bilodeau
Stern Piece, c. 1939

Flask, c. 1936. Creator: Wellington Blewett
Flask, c. 1936

Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Genii with Altdorfer's Schram, c. 1520

Emblem with Blank Heraldic Shield, folio 156 from the Anthologia Gnomonica, 1579, ... 1937
Emblem with Blank Heraldic Shield, folio 156 from the Anthologia Gnomonica, 1579, assembled into portfolio 1937

Sponge Box, Netherlands, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Sponge Box, Netherlands, 1857

Sponge Box, Netherlands, 1827. Creator: Unknown
Sponge Box, Netherlands, 1827

Sponge Box, Netherlands, c. 1848. Creator: Unknown
Sponge Box, Netherlands, c. 1848

Cartouche from Salem Gate, c. 1939. Creator: Alfred H. Smith
Cartouche from Salem Gate, c. 1939

Beaker, Austria, 1787. Creator: Johann Joseph Mildner
Beaker, Austria, 1787

Ships Carving, c. 1939. Creator: Albert Rudin
Ships Carving, c. 1939

Hall Stand, Coalbrookdale, c. 1870. Creator: Christopher Dresser
Hall Stand, Coalbrookdale, c. 1870

Teacup and Saucer, c. 1939. Creator: David Ramage
Teacup and Saucer, c. 1939

Sea Chest, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Rolland Livingstone
Sea Chest, 1935/1942

Plaque depicting two Scythians sharing a drink (gold) (detail of 343170)
XBP389343 Plaque depicting two Scythians sharing a drink (gold) (detail of 343170) by Scythian, (4th century BC); State Hermitage Museum, St

Plaque depicting two Scythians sharing a drink (gold)
XBP343170 Plaque depicting two Scythians sharing a drink (gold) by Scythian, (4th century BC); height: 4.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: excavated in Crimea, near Kerch Kul Oba kurgan)

Emperor of Germany, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Zealand, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Dutch Ter-Veer Jack, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

States General Jack, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Amsterdam, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Standard, Danes Royal, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

King of Portugal, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Castile & Leon, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Monaco, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Spain, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Netherlands, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

French Galley, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

French Merchant, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

French Ensign, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

From the Seal of the Earl Edmund de Mortimer, 1400, c1926 Artist: Herbert Norris
From the Seal of the Earl Edmund de Mortimer, 1400, c1926. Edmund de Mortimer, 5th Earl of March and 7th Earl of Ulster (1391-1425), a great-great-grandson of King Edward III of England

Deer (Schield emblem), c600 BC. Scythian Art. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Panther (Schield emblem), c600 BC. Scythian Art. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

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"Unveiling the Timeless Symbol: The Shield Emblem" Step into the world of heraldry and explore the captivating history behind the shield emblem. Dating back to 1579, this emblem with a blank heraldic shield, found in folio 156 of the Anthologia Gnomonica, serves as a testament to its enduring significance. Throughout centuries, skilled creators such as Jost Ammon, Max Geisberg, Sigmund Feyerabend, and Henri Estienne have breathed life into this iconic symbol. From a Sponge Box crafted in 1857 by an unknown artist to another from 1827 and yet another from around 1848 - all hailing from Netherlands - these artifacts showcase how the shield emblem has transcended time and geographical boundaries. Delving further into its diverse applications, we encounter Alfred H. Smith's Cartouche adorning Salem Gate in 1939 or Johann Joseph Mildner's exquisite Beaker originating from Austria in 1787. Even maritime craftsmanship pays homage to this timeless symbol with Albert Rudin's Ships Carving dating back to approximately 1939. The influence of the shield emblem extends beyond mere decorative objects; it finds itself integrated into functional pieces like Christopher Dresser's Hall Stand created around 1870 or David Ramage's Teacup and Saucer designed circa 1939. These items seamlessly blend beauty with utility while proudly displaying their symbolic shields. Not limited to domestic settings alone, Rolland Livingstone masterfully incorporates this emblem on his Sea Chests crafted between 1935-1942 – showcasing how even storage can become an art form through thoughtful design choices. Intriguingly enough, our journey takes us beyond physical representations as we discover a gold plaque depicting two Scythians sharing a drink – both detailed (343170) and unadorned versions bear witness to ancient cultures embracing this universal symbol of strength and protection.