"Monumental Coat Of Arms Of European Nobility - 18th Century Collector's Item"
Spectacular heraldic element in carved, silvered and painted wood, witness to the pageantry and aristocratic alliances of Central Europe. Hieraldic element representing a quartered armorial shield surmounted by a knight's helmet and framed by 2 lions. Rich baroque sculpture, plant lambrequins, original polychromy and partially preserved silver leaf plating. The shield presents six armorial quarters: Three fleurs-de-lis (France) Imperial eagle (Holy Empire) Dragon Faced lions (English or Flemish inspiration) Stylized tree 18th century European work in a good state of conservation with some wear from use. Rare and decorative piece, both historical and spectacular for a passionate European noble heritage.