Based on [Löwe](https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/lowe-4522a4cdc1c14190bf1a8811fa27da32) by [noe-3d.at](https://sketchfab.com/www.noe-3d.at) made available under the CC0 Public Domain dedication.

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Object info:

> Upright sitting lion in front of the National Library Vienna. The lion made of brown sandstone from Horitz in the Czech Republic holds a heraldic cartouche with one paw. The four lions in front of the entrance were created by Fritz Zerritsch.

Lion Statue - optimized

Upright sitting lion in front of the National Library Vienna. The lion made of brown sandstone  from Horitz in the Czech Republic holds a heraldic cartouche with one paw. The four lions in front of the entrance were created by Fritz Zerritsch.

Löwe

> This is the coat of arms of the Alidosio family, a powerful and extensive family from North East Italy which can be traced back to the tenth century. The eagle on the shield faces left, a position known in heraldic terminology as contourné.

- http://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O127005/coat-of-arms-unknown

Place of origin:
Italy (north, made)

Date:
1508-1509 (made)

Artist/Maker:
Unknown

Materials and Techniques:
Carved istrian stone

Museum number:
7675-1861

Gallery location:
Medieval & Renaissance, Room 50a, The Paul and Jill Ruddock Gallery, case WS

White Coat of Arms - V&A Museum

The two Lions of Saint Mark, heraldic animals of the Republic of Venice, stood above the main entrance of Vienna's Südbahnhof. One of the two sandstone lions, dating from 1872/1873, was moved to Laxenburg in 1959.

The Lion of Saint Mark is the symbol of Saint Mark the Evangelist, in illustrations of the Evangelist it is his attribute, it was the symbol of the Republic of Venice and today of the city of Venice.

Markuslöwe

The Passau Wolf is one of the most famous historical symbols of the city of St. Pölten and commemorates the city's centuries-long affiliation with the Diocese of Passau. The wolf sculpture visible today was erected between 1937 and 1938 and placed on Kardinal-Franz-König-Platz. It is part of a fountain and stands on a stele together with the city coat of arms, emphasizing its heraldic significance. The figure was created by Austrian sculptor Ferdinand Andri, while the architectural design of the fountain was created by architect Rudolf Wondracek.

The wolf is not there as a decorative animal motif, but as a deliberately chosen symbol of power and identity. The so-called Passau wolf is an ancient heraldic figure that originally comes from the coat of arms of the city and the bishopric of Passau and can be traced back to the Middle Ages. Since St. Pölten was under the secular and spiritual rule of the bishops of Passau for many centuries, this symbol was also incorporated into the city's coat of arms.

Passauer Wolf

Pedestal fruit bowl, made of porcelain in 1844 by l’Atelier de Sèvres, featuring a symmetrical composition and an elegant profile characteristic of refined interior decorative objects. The bowl has a wide, slightly concave form with an everted rim and a subtly undulating contour, highlighted by a gilded decorative border.

The interior is defined by a central white field bearing a polychrome heraldic emblem of the Suțu family, surrounded by a cobalt‑blue band framed with stylized gilt motifs. The exterior follows the same decorative scheme, with the family coat of arms repeated on the truncated conical stem, which rests on a circular base adorned with gilded ornamentation.

The decoration combines the chromatic contrast of white–blue–gold with heraldic and stylized vegetal motifs, giving the piece a ceremonial and representative character.

The vessel is displayed at the Filipescu‑Cesianu House Museum, part of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.

Porcelain Fruit Bowl

My own quick creation: double-sided lowpoly medallion. One side shows a heraldic lion (strength & protection), the other a female figure with staffs and the words “Es gibt Kräfte, die wir nicht verstehen”.
Quickly made out of fun and intuition – because it felt interesting and atmospheric.
Free to use with credit (CC-BY 4.0). Part of my private lowpoly collection.

Double-Sided Medallion | Lowpoly Fun Piece

This marble carving is a **heraldic coat of arms (stemma)** located inside the Siena Cathedral. The shield prominently features a **lion in a rampant pose**, a common symbol representing strength, courage, and authority. Such emblems were used to identify noble families, bishops, or important patrons associated with the cathedral.

These coats of arms were typically installed on altars, chapels, or architectural elements to signify **patronage and contribution**. Wealthy families or church officials who funded construction, decoration, or restoration works were often granted the privilege of displaying their crest within the cathedral.

Beyond decoration, the carving reflects Siena’s historical social and political structure, where religion, power, and family identity were closely intertwined. Today, these heraldic symbols serve as historical markers, offering insight into the individuals and families who played a significant role in shaping the cathedral’s rich artistic and cultural heritage.

Siena - Duomo Stemma / Coat of Arms (Scaniverse)

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Heraldic Knight

The Lion Fountain in the western Hungarian town of Kőszeg (German: Güns) was erected in 1996 and is one of the newer artistic highlights in the historic town center. It is located on the edge of the main square and combines modern art with the town's rich history. The fountain was created by Hungarian sculptor István Máté, who was responsible for the sculptural execution of the animal figures and the relief design.

In the center of the fountain, two bronze lions lie side by side on a raised stone slab. The animals are modeled naturalistically and appear both calm and powerful; their posture conveys dignity and vigilance. The massive base is made of light-colored limestone and is decorated with bronze reliefs on several sides. These reliefs feature heraldic and historical motifs and establish a connection to the identity of Kőszeg. A Hungarian inscription is affixed to the edge of the fountain slab: “Ne menjen le a nap a te haragoddal,” which translates as “May the sun not set on your anger.”

Löwenbrunnen

**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

**Inv.-No.:** [UF-22958.14](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1117033)

**Material:** Gold plated silver

**Dimensions:** Ring head 17 mm

**Dating:** 1250 - 1400 CE

A gold-plated silver ring with a slightly oval ring plate. In the center of the ring plate is an ornamented heraldic lily, which is framed by stamens. An illegible inscription (“+ ∙ VONC ∙ MSAO ∙ V”) surrounds the lily. The ring band is characterized by a round oval cross-section, which is flattened and widened in the area of the ring shoulder. Two cross lines and three rows of stepped lines are also characteristic features. The band transitions clearly into the ring plate.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.

Gold-plated silver ring

**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

**Inv.-No.:** [UF-22958.20](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1117039)

**Material:** gold plated silver

**Dimensions:** Ring head 18mm

**Dating:** 1250-1400 CE

The shield-shaped ring plate is crossed in the middle by a shield-shaped field that rotates from the axis of the ring plate. The field is embellished with a heraldic lion and circumscribed by an inscription that is presumed to read 'O-I-V'. The solid ring band has a semicircular, faceted profile cross-section and is slightly wider towards the ring shoulder. It is decorated with two solid, highly detailed animal heads, which end in offset, longitudinally engraved rods on the narrow side of the ring plate.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.

Ring with a rotating middle part

Ein geflügelter Löwe, inspiriert vom ikonischen Markuslöwen der venezianischen Heraldik – Symbol für Stärke, Schutz und göttliche Macht. Lowpoly-Asset, schnell modelliert als Baustein für Unreal Engine-Szenen. Nicht perfekt ;) : Ideal zum schnellen Einsatz in Spielen oder als Deko-Element. Teil meiner privaten Sammlung.

A winged lion inspired by the iconic lion of St. Mark from Venetian heraldry—a symbol of strength, protection, and divine power. Low-poly asset, quickly modeled as a building block for Unreal Engine scenes. Not perfect ;) : ideal for quick use in games or as a decorative element. Part of my private collection.

Winged Lion Heraldic Asset | Lowpoly Markuslöwe

**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

**Inv.-No.:** [UF-22958.15](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1117034)

**Material:** Gold plated silver

**Dimensions:** Ring head 19mm

**Dating:** 1250 - 1400

A gold-plated silver ring with an oval ring plate. The central motif depicts an heraldic eagle. The ring band has a strong, flat rectangular profile that widens slightly towards the ring shoulder. The ring shoulders manifest themselves in a round oval plate formation. On the right side, a diamond with indented sides can be seen, while on the left side, a cross is visible.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.

A gold-plated silver ring

**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

**Inv.-No.:** [UF-22958.6](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1117025)

**Material:** Gold plated silver

**Dimensions:** Ring head 21mm

**Dating:** 1250 - 1400 CE

The gold-plated silver ring is characterised by a round ring plate with an ornate heraldic lily with filaments. The ring band exhibits a solid structure, characterised by a semicircular cross-section that gradually expands and becomes flatter towards the ring shoulder before merging seamlessly into the ring plate. The ring shoulders feature a quadruple cross-section profile.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.

Gold-plated silver Ring

**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

**Inv.-No.:** [UF-22958.7](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1117026)

**Material:** gold plated silver

**Dimensions:** Ring head 32 mm

**Dating:** 1250 - 1400 CE

The gold-plated silver ring has a round ring plate. The image features an eagle in the heraldic style, oriented towards the left. Short radial notches are carved around the edge. The ring band is solid and has a semicircular cross-section. The area of the ring shoulder is slightly widened, and the design is fully sculpted. Each line possesses two transverse profiles, with the ring band exhibiting a knee-shaped structure that merges into the ring plate through a distinct step.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.

**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept.

**Inv.-No.:** [UF-22958.16](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/1117035)

**Material:** Gold plated silver

**Dimensions:** Ringf head 16,5

**Dating:** 1250 - 1400 CE

The primary motif, the heraldic eagle facing rightwards, is positioned in alignment with a star situated to the right of its head. The image on the left depicts a moon. All depicted within a border line. The ring band has a semicircular in cross-section, while the offset ring shoulder is designed in the form of stylized animal heads. These are clearly merge into the ring plate.

This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.

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