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Armoiries Collection

"Armories: A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of History" Step back in time and explore the intricate world of "armoiries, " where symbols, colors

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Botany. The broom (shrub) in Brittany (French province). Illustration from a series on the Flowers

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)

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Botany. The anthyllis montana, flower in Franche Comte (French province)

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)

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Geography. France. Coat of Arms of the city of Nantes. Engraving, France, c.1900 (colour engraving)

Geography. France. Coat of Arms of the city of Nantes. Engraving, France, c.1900 (colour engraving)
3434845 Geography. France. Coat of Arms of the city of Nantes. Engraving, France, c.1900 (colour engraving); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part. Geography. France. Coat of Arms of the city of Nantes)

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Armoiries du Poitou, Coat of arms of Poitou (colour engraving)

Armoiries du Poitou, Coat of arms of Poitou (colour engraving)
3434840 Armoiries du Poitou, Coat of arms of Poitou (colour engraving); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part. History. France. Coat of arms of Poitou (French Province)

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Geography. Luxembourg. City of Luxembourg. Postcard inspired by a sketch by J.B

Geography. Luxembourg. City of Luxembourg. Postcard inspired by a sketch by J.B. Fresez (1835), c.1900 (postcard)
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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Alsace (colour engraving)

Alsace (colour engraving)
3434859 Alsace (colour engraving); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part. History. France. Coat of arms of Alsace (French Province). Engraving, France, XIXth cent.); Photo © CCI.

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Roussillon Coat of arms, 19th century (engraving)

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.

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Detail of the Right Bank, from the map of Paris c. 1540

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. 1570, 1818 (colour engraving) by Naudet

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of July / Chateau of Vincennes, from the series of tapestries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of October / Chateau of the Tuileries, from the series of tapestries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Map of Paris c. 1540, known as the Plan de la Tapisserie, made as a tapestry c

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Dolphin Seal, the Shield of France, with dolphins and fleur-de-lys, 1376

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Paris, front and reverse of a promotional card for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Young postman with his letter sack delivering a letter in Victorian England

Young postman with his letter sack delivering a letter in Victorian England
488384 Young postman with his letter sack delivering a letter in Victorian England, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of June / Chateau of Fontainebleau, from the series of tapestries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of April / Chateau of Versailles, from the series of tapestries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of September / Chateau of Chambord, from the series of Tapestries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coat of Arms of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, 1558 (oil on panel

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coat of Arms of the French Empire, design for a tapestry, 1808 (oil on canvas)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coat of arms of the French Royal Family (tapestry)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Heraldic coats of arms of the royal families of Austria, Germany

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Ms. 1581 f. 001 Flavius Josephus in his study, illustration for the Prologue of the

Ms. 1581 f. 001 Flavius Josephus in his study, illustration for the Prologue of the
694971 Ms. 1581 f. 001 Flavius Josephus in his study, illustration for the Prologue of the Antiquities of the Jews ( Antiquitates Judaicae ) by Flavius Josephus, c.1503 (vellum) by French School

Background imageArmoiries Collection: National Symbol of the French Republic, 1903 (colour litho)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Porte de la Grosse Cloche in Bordeaux, c. 1851 (photo)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Detail of the Ile de la Cite, from the map of Paris c. 1540

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. 1540, known as the Plan de la Tapisserie, made as a tapestry c.1570, 1818 (colour engraving) by Naudet

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coats of Arms, from Americae Tertia Pars 1592 (coloured engraving)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Russia, from a series of promotional cards for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Spanish boy and girl, from a series of illustrations of children from different countries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coat of arms of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) (engraving) (b / w photo)

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)

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coat of arms of Austrian Empire (Kaisertum -sterreich) from 1816 until 1867, c

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Crest of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Crest of the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Coat of Arms of Italy, design for a tapestry, 1808 (oil on canvas)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Cover of a book owned by Cardinal Mazarin, with the finishing showing the cardinal

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, surmounted by the galero hat and tassels of a cardinal (leather & gilding)

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Detail of the Left Bank, from the map of Paris c. 1540, known as the

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. 1540, known as the Plan de la Tapisserie, made as a tapestry c.1570, 1818 (colour engraving) by Naudet

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of November / Chateau of Blois, from the series of tapestries

The Month of November / Chateau of Blois, from the series of tapestries
XIR391191 The Month of November/ Chateau of Blois, from the series of tapestries The Months or Royal Residences, produced in the Gobelins Workshop for Louis XIV (tapestry) by Le Brun

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Month of May / Chateau of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, from the series of tapestries

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The two-headed eagle of Maximilian I (1459-1519) (colour litho)

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: The Crozier of the Abbesses of the Cistercian Convent Abbaye du Lys

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

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Ceiling decoration depicting two female figures supporting a globe

Ceiling decoration depicting two female figures supporting a globe
ALG365019 Ceiling decoration depicting two female figures supporting a globe: above is a depiction of the Medici coat of arms (fresco) by Italian School, (16th century); Galleria degli Uffizi

Background imageArmoiries Collection: Ms 2151, fol. lv Coat of arms of Michel Eyquem de Montaigne (1533-92) (vellum)

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



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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.