French 17th/18th Century Carved Armorial

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French 17th/18th Century Carved ArmorialA romantic and beautifully carved wood 17th 18th Century French Armorial Crest. Featuring glorious intricate details: the centrepiece of the armorial is a shield divided into symbols, a dove, eagle and rose remain. The motifs signify family, territory, or personal heritage. Surmounting the armorial, there is a sunburst behind a dominant eagle, perched with wings outstretched, symbolising strength, power, and rebirth. Surrounding the shield are carved

The surface has developed a deeply worn patina over time

most probably Saint James the Greater

The perfect piece to add to your collector’s cabinet

The piece is a 12th Century church Font

At this size

He would have originally been created for a rural chapel or private devotional setting for personal worship

creating a feeling of continuity — as if the garden extends beyond itself

Featuring with a rolled lip and gently sloping sides

There is a feeling of constant but nothing is taken for granted

The wreaths dainty design complements the strong presence of the head and shoulders clothed bust

within a parterre

From the 16th Century