The Symbolisms of Heraldry (Classic Reprint): Or a Treatise on the Meanings and Derivations of Armorial Bearings - Couverture souple

William Cecil Wade

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330551273 ISBN 13 : 9781330551271

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock the meanings behind coats of arms and the stories they tell.

This concise guide explores how heraldic symbols evolved from armor and pageants into the badges we recognize today, focusing on English heraldry and its historical context. The book surveys the origins of armorial bearings, traces how symbols from battles, crafts, and daily life became devices on shields, and explains how colors, furs, and ordinary shapes convey tradition and values. It also examines common charges, from tools and objects to churches and crosses, offering practical insight into how these emblems were read and used across centuries.

• How heraldic symbols emerged from early armor, tournaments, and daily life
• What colors, metals, and furs signify in coats of arms
• How common charges like crosses, towers, and animals convey meaning
• Guidance on interpreting heraldic devices with a focus on English practice

Ideal for readers curious about history, art, and the ways symbols carry family identity across generations.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330551273
• ISBN 13: 9781330551271
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 183
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