Heraldry (4) - Semper Idem Cherubs Seba collected thousands of new

Seba collected thousands of new and exotic examples of Natural History

Interiors have been reproduced from some of the most fashionable Parisian furnishing establishments of the late 1800's

Image: 17 x 20"            Paper: 20 x 26"

published a two volume book of horsemanship in the United States

Captivated by their flight and plumage

Heraldry (4) - Semper Idem Cherubs Seba collected thousands of newHERALDRY Although symbols have been used since prehistoric times as a method to identify families and clans, it was not until the 12th century in Western Europe that the formalized system was developed. As heavy plate armor was developed, large helmets made visual identification of a warrior impossible. A system of painting symbols on shields was designed to prevent confusion in warfare and to establish their identity. This evolved into highly