Armorial Bearings, York Minster
1949
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1949
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a carved wooden coat of arms mounted on a wall. It shows a shield split into four sections with different patterns, a helmet with a fancy plume, and swirling leaf designs on the sides. The whole thing looks old but is carved with sharp details. The shield’s designs are likely a family’s symbol, and the helmet adds a touch of old-fashioned pride. This photo was taken in 1949, showing how the carving looked back then. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more pieces like this.
