Wapenschild van Jan van Arnhem 1646 - 1716

This anonymous engraving from 1646-1716 depicts the coat of arms of Jan van Arnhem. The shield is dominated by an eagle, a common heraldic symbol representing strength and nobility. The eagle is flanked by two supporters, again eagles, further emphasizing the theme of power and prestige. The crest, adorned with a crown, features a fantastical, winged creature, perhaps an eagle or griffin. The Latin inscription "ardua querit, Aquila ut" (The eagle seeks the high) on the banner above, solidifies the symbolism of the artwork as a representation of ambition and achievement.