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The image displays a nautical scene with a sailing ship on choppy waters. The horizon is high with landmasses and cliffs on the left side. Details show the ship's sails and rigging. The color palette is monochrome with sepia and gray tones. The scene is illuminated by a bright sun. Figures of Icarus and Daedalus are in the sky. A smaller boat is visible in the distance. Waves surround the ship's hull, creating a sense of movement.

Print1946.11.10

Armed Three-Master with Daedalus and Icarus in the Sky

Frans Huys after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Date not recorded · engraving on laid paper

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The image shows a large sailing ship at sea, with the horizon placed low in the background. A smaller sailboat is visible on the right side of the horizon. The intricate engraving technique uses fine lines to depict the ship, sea, and sky in monochromatic shades of brown or sepia. The sea appears rough, with a sea creature on the right side, while the sky features a sun, mythological figures, and birds near a rocky shoreline.

Print1980.45.238

Armed Three-Master with Daedalus and Icarus in the Sky

Frans Huys after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

1565 · engraving on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a coat of arms featuring a three-masted ship. The image depicts an ornate heraldic shield with a detailed illustration of a sailing ship in full sail, navigating across calm waters. Above the ship, there is a band decorated with multiple fleur-de-lis symbols. The top of the shield is crowned with an architectural design resembling a fortification or battlement. Flanking the shield, laurel branches are intertwined and tied together at the bottom. The entire composition is finely drawn, showing careful attention to detail and symmetrical arrangement.

Print1943.3.6158

Armes symboliques de la ville de Paris (Symbolical Arms of the City of Paris)

Charles Meryon

1854 · etching on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a coat of arms featuring a sailing ship, with the ship in full sail navigating calm waters. There are fleur-de-lis symbols in the background, and a stylized crown or battlement on top. Two stylized olive or laurel branches surround the central shield, tied together at the base. The drawing is intricately detailed with fine lines.

Print1943.3.6159

Armes symboliques de la ville de Paris (Symbolical Arms of the City of Paris)

Charles Meryon

1854 · etching on laid paper

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Index of American Design1943.8.5859

Armoire

Sarkis Erganian

c. 1939 · watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

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This is a drawing of an ornate emblem or crest. The drawing features a central oval shape, topped with a crown. The oval is surrounded by intricate decorations that include flowing ribbons and floral or leaf-like designs. The drawing is done in black and white, capturing the details with lines and shading. The background is plain.

Drawing1992.87.13

Armorial Cartouche with Crown and Swags

Hubert François Gravelot

Date not recorded · pen and black ink with graphite, incised for transfer on laid paper; laid down

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This is an image of a coin featuring detailed engravings with heraldic imagery, including a shield or coat of arms in the center surrounded by scrolling foliage. A figure is positioned above the central design, potentially holding a branch. The outer edge of the coin contains inscriptions, possibly in Latin. The craftsmanship indicates historical or numismatic significance.

Sculpture1957.14.1210.b

Arms and Inscription [reverse]

Matthäus Carl

1592 · lead

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This is a photograph of a silver coin-like object with intricate designs. The coin features an elaborate coat of arms in the center, with detailed scrollwork and a helmet with a decorative plume above it. The outer edge of the coin is inscribed with text in an old script. The surface of the coin has a slightly worn texture, giving it an antiquated appearance. The photograph captures the intricacy of the carvings and the reflective metallic sheen of the coin against a plain black background.

Sculpture1957.14.1302.b

Arms and Inscription [reverse]

German 16th Century

16th century · lead

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This image depicts a sketch showing partial views of a human body, focusing on the arms and upper torso. The body is positioned with both arms raised, one bent at the elbow, and the other extending upwards. The head is outlined without detailed features. The drawn lines suggest muscles and definition in the arms but do not depict any clothing or jewelry. The background of the image remains plain.

Drawing1983.4.1

Arms of a Boxer

George Bellows

1916 · black chalk on wove paper

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This is a photograph of a coin with heraldic imagery. The coin appears old and worn, displaying a tarnished surface. At its center is a shield bearing the image of a lion with a diagonal line across it. Surrounding the shield are decorative elements reminiscent of a papal or ecclesiastical theme. Encircling the imagery is an inscription in Latin, and the background is plain, highlighting the features of the coin.

Sculpture2007.150.4.b

Arms of Cardinal Barbo [reverse]

Roman 15th Century

1455 · bronze

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This is a drawing of a coat of arms held by two angels. The image depicts a shield with various heraldic symbols such as fleur-de-lis, eagles, and geometric designs. The shield is crowned with a detailed crown featuring floral motifs and surrounded by a decorative chain. Two winged angels, dressed in robes, stand on either side holding the chain. The background has fine lines and the word "FIDES" is inscribed above.

Print1943.3.6432

Arms of Charles II, Duc de Mantoue

Robert Nanteuil

Date not recorded · engraving

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The sculpture is a round, flat medallion featuring a coat of arms design in the center. The central emblem includes a shield divided into quadrants with various heraldic symbols, including a lion and fleur-de-lis. Surrounding the emblem is a circular band with an inscription in a serif-style font. The material appears to be a metal with a brownish-copper color. The surface of the medallion is slightly rough, with intricate relief work and details that are raised, providing depth to the design.

Sculpture1957.14.1123.b

Arms of Filiberto Impaling Those of Margaret [reverse]

Jean Marende

1502 · bronze

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This sculpture is a round medallion or coin. The medallion features an intricate design with multiple heraldic symbols, including shields with crosses, fleur-de-lis designs, and a depiction of a lion. The outer rim of the medallion is inscribed with text in Latin. There are also other smaller inscriptions and designs, such as looped knots, letters, and small flowers. The material is a light bronze color, and there are some areas dark of patina.

Sculpture1942.9.164.b

Arms of Filiberto Impalling Those of Margaret [reverse]

Jean Marende

1502 · bronze

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This is a photograph of an old coin with a coat of arms. The image displays a circular metal coin with a raised shield design in the center. The shield features a distinctive emblem with circular motifs and organic swirling forms around its top edge. The edge of the coin is inscribed with text. The coin appears rugged and worn, suggesting it has aged over time. The background is dark, highlighting the coin's details and intricate engravings.

Sculpture1957.14.903.b

Arms of Francesconi [reverse]

Italian 16th Century

1520 · bronze

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The sculpture is a roundel featuring a symmetrical cross motif with four equally sized lobes that extend into decorative fringe-like edges. Each lobe tapers smoothly into a pointed end, creating an intricate floral-like pattern. The sculpture is made from a material that appears to be bronze or a similar metal, giving it a rich brown hue with natural patina and variations in tone. The sculpture is flat and circular, resembling a medallion or plaque, with a thin rim that adds depth and frames the design. The piece is presented against a plain black background.

Sculpture1957.14.1129.b

Arms of Gaudagni [reverse]

French or Italian 16th Century

early 16th century · bronze//Molded border

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This is a drawing featuring various symbolic elements. The scene includes mythical and allegorical figures in the sky above an architectural depiction of a castle. The main figures consist of an angelic figure with wings, holding a cross and a trumpet, accompanied by others holding shields and a crosier. Below them is a detailed illustration of a grand building with domed towers, surrounded by trees, and fortified walls. The composition is executed in fine lines typical of etching.

Print1941.8.33

Arms of Karl Philip von Greiffenklau, Prince-Bishop of Wurzburg

Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo

published 1753 · etching

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This is an image of a circular bronze or copper object. It features an embossed design and text. The object is a round plate or medallion with a central shield design with raised rounded shapes. It has an inscription in capital letters along the rim, with parts of the text reading "EMPORE" and "IMPERANNI". The surface shows signs of aging and patina. The plate has two holes for possible fastening or mounting.

Sculpture1957.14.821.b

Arms of Lavagnoli [reverse]

Attributed to Giovanni Candida

late 15th century · bronze

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This is a photograph of a medieval seal matrix. The object is round with an engraved central design featuring a shield with two scallop shells at the top and a floral motif at the bottom. Surrounding the central imagery is an inscription in Latin that reads "PROTEGIT MEDIUS IN UMBRA MANUS." The seal matrix has a dark brown patina with spots of green oxidation. The details in the engraving suggest a high level of craft typical of medieval heraldic seals, used for authenticating documents.

Sculpture1957.14.823.b

Arms of Maugras over a Crozier [reverse]

Attributed to Giovanni Candida

c. 1500 · bronze//High rim

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The image shows a bronze medallion with a detailed design. The central subject is a shield-like motif with an emblem, possibly a cross, inside a circular crest. Surrounding the central motif are Latin inscriptions referencing the year 1517 and other design elements. The bronze material gives the sculpture a brown color with a weathered patina. The medallion features a three-dimensional relief with intricate craftsmanship.

Sculpture1957.14.1128.b

Arms of Panciatichi [reverse]

Jacques Gauvain

1517 · bronze

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The sculpture is a round medallion with a heraldic design. At the center is a shield with two sections - one featuring a bird on a branch and the other a fleur-de-lis. Above the shield, there is a helmet with a closed visor under a fabric drapery. A parrot sits atop the helmet. The medallion is circular with an ornate border, and it has inscriptions along the circumference. The sculpture is made from a metal with a bronze-like patina, suggesting it may be crafted from bronze or a similar alloy.

Sculpture1957.14.1204.b

Arms of Paumgartner [reverse]

Joachim Deschler

1553 · bronze

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This drawing depicts an ornate coat of arms. It includes a central figure of a crowned helmet with elaborate scrolling leaf motifs. Flanking the helmet are two shields. The left shield features a looped object, while the right shield displays two stylized floral emblems. Intricate vine patterns fill the background, enhancing the heraldic theme. The composition is symmetrical, emphasizing the grandeur and formality of heraldic art.

Print1952.8.2

Arms of Rohrbach and Holzhausen

Master bg

c. 1480/1490 · engraving on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a heraldic emblem. The artwork showcases a design of a coat of arms within a circular border, featuring scrollwork and Latin inscriptions. The emblem includes two helmets with plumes, a mitre, shield designs with various heraldic symbols, and angelic figures holding the shields. Latin text on the outer ring references "WILHELMVS EPISCOPVS EYSTETENSIS" and other phrases related to the origins or familial references in heraldry. The composition is symmetrical and detailed, reflecting traditional craftsmanship in European heraldic illustrations.

Print2019.187.1

Arms of the Bishopric of Eichstätt and of Its Bishop, Wilhelm of Reichenau

German 15th Century

1480 · engraving on laid paper

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This is a drawing of a heraldic emblem with wings and scientific instruments. The image depicts a central shield adorned with a crown and flanked by large feathers on either side. On the shield are three fleurs-de-lys. To the left of the shield, various scientific instruments like a globe, a telescope, and measuring tools are intricately sketched. The drawing is bordered by a double line.

Drawing1992.87.19

Arms of the King of France with Wings and Scientific Instruments

Hubert François Gravelot

Date not recorded · graphite, incised for transfer on laid paper; laid down

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This is a photograph of a coin. The coin has a coat of arms with heraldic symbols, including a lion in the top left and bottom right quadrants, and a castle in the top right and bottom left quadrants. In the center, there are three flowers. The borders of the coin have inscriptions, with the words "POINT" and "VIENT" partially visible. The coin appears old and worn, with a rich bronze color.

Sculpture1957.14.825.b

Arms of Thomas Bohier [reverse]

Follower of Giovanni Candida

1503 · bronze//Later cast

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