Coat of Arms [reverse] c. 1535

This bronze Coat of Arms is teeming with symbols of identity and heritage. We see a figure adorned with a pointed hat, emerging from a heraldic crest, while below, a shield displays a leaping canine, perhaps a fox or a hound. The motif of the leaping animal is ancient, reappearing in various cultures. In Celtic art, the hound symbolizes courage and loyalty, while in other traditions, the fox is a symbol of cunning and adaptability. We might even trace echoes of this image back to the mythic Laelaps, the dog destined to always catch its prey, a symbol of the relentless pursuit of destiny. The image of the fox speaks to primal instincts that resonate in our subconscious, reminding us of the wildness within. These symbols persist, changing in meaning and form. Like dreams, they tap into a shared cultural memory. The coat of arms reflects a cyclical journey, where images transform through time, bearing witness to the ebb and flow of human experience.