18th to 19th century framed watercolor Coat of Arms of the Company of Merchant Taylors of the City of York. A guild of freemen since 1273, Charles II granted them a royal charter April 26, 1662. This watercolor coat of arms now in an antique maple frame. It likely hung in the taylor shop of a guild member. The arms are supported by camels (carriers of the silks from the East), the motto is Unity Makes Strength. The ermine lined robes & tent signify royal patronage & the lamp atop wool.
Frame: 12.25" x 14 1/8".


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition commensurate with age.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Maple, Watercolor

Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Other
Frame Type: Framed

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Condition commensurate with age.