King Charles Spanish Toledo Coat of Arms – Hand-Carved Double-Headed Eagle Heraldic Shield


Hand-carved wooden heraldic shield features the historic Coat of Arms of Toledo, Spain, surmounted by a regal double-headed eagle, a traditional imperial symbol, crowned and deeply rooted in the legacy of the Holy Roman Empire and Habsburg Spain. The central blason is quartered with alternating images of a castle and a lion rampant, representing the ancient kingdoms of Castile and León, a foundational part of Spanish royal heraldry.

The intricate design includes agilded chain symbolizing the Order of the Golden Fleece, a prestigious chivalric order historically linked to the Spanish crown under King Charles V (also known as Charles I of Spain), who united the crowns of Spain and the Holy Roman Empire in the early 16th century.

Flanked by wings carved in deep relief and topped with an imperial crown, the piece likely originates from Toledo, a city known for its deep historical significance as a former capital of Spain and a vital center of royal administration and religious authority during the reign of Charles V.

• Origin: Likely Toledo, Spain
• Period style: 20th century, in homage to 16th-century imperial Spanish heraldry
• Material: Hand-carved wood with polychrome and gilded accents
• Iconography: Castile and León quartered shield, double-headed eagle, imperial crown, Order of the Golden Fleece
A stunning example of Spanish heraldic art, this piece embodies the grandeur and authority of Spain's imperial past, making it a rare and significant decorative or collectible artifact for enthusiasts of European history, heraldry, or antique woodcraft.

Condition Report 


Overall in good decorative condition. A couple of minor losses and small chips to the wood around the edges, consistent with age. No major cracks or structural damage.

Measurement


Height:     49 cm   /   19.3 inches
Width:      34 cm   /   13.4 inches
Depth:      4 cm      /     1.9 inches
Weight:    2.3 k.g. /  3 Ilbs

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