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Coat arms. Coat of arms
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Coat arms. Coat of arms
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Media ID 18684432
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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This image features an intricately designed tapestry or artwork depicting two classical figures flanking a central heraldic shield. On the left, there is a female figure dressed in traditional classical attire, possibly representing a goddess or personification of virtue; she holds onto the shield with her right hand. The shield itself bears various symbols including what appears to be sailing ships and perhaps a castle or fortification, suggesting maritime power and defense. On the right stands another figure, this one male, also clad in classical garb that includes armor-like elements and holding what seems to be a staff or spear. His posture is upright and he looks directly at the viewer, exuding confidence and authority. Above the shield is an elaborate helmet topped with plumes of feathers signifying nobility or high status. The background behind these figures shows a serene landscape featuring trees and open skies which may hint at peace or prosperity under their protection. The entire scene is framed by an ornate border embellished with acanthus leaves and other floral motifs common in baroque decorative arts. This suggests that the work might have been created during a period when such opulent designs were fashionable—possibly between the 17th to early 18th centuries. At the bottom corners are inscriptions: "P. A. P. " on the left corner (which could be initials related to either the creator of this piece or someone it was made for) and "RAET" on right corner (the meaning of which isn't immediately clear without further context). Overall, this image conveys themes of nobility, strength, protection, as well as artistic sophistication from its time period.
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