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Coat of Arms Hand Painted Dutch Nanninga Uitterdyke
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Coat of Arms Hand Painted Dutch Nanninga Uitterdyke

19th century
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This a good decorative gilt polychrome coat of arms circa 1890. The solid oak carved panel is attractively hand painted and gilded with the Latin motto “Fac et Spera “. ( DO AND HOPE ). The crest is of the Dutch family of Nanninga Uitterdijk which primarily refers to Juren Nanninga Uitterdijk 1848-1919, a notable Dutch archivist, lawyer and historical publisher.

The arms features a central shield surmounted by jousting helmet, surrounded by scrolling acanthus, with the motto above framed in gilded carving. The panel is edged with carved gilded acanthus scrolls with a central gilt crest.

This is a good size for display measuring 116 cms by 55 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Heraldic Plaque to the 1890s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09661373
Dealer's Item Date1890s
Sellingantiques Date1890s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
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Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1890s:
Polychrome paint settled directly into the open grain of the oak planks.
Natural darkening across the unfinished reverse boards: decades of ambient exposure.
Hairline shrinkage along the joints of the applied carved mouldings: timber movement.
Transverse rear battens: traditional method used to keep the wide panel flat.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

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This a good decorative gilt polychrome coat of arms circa 1890.
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The solid oak carved panel is attractively hand painted and gilded with the Latin motto “Fac et Spera “.
Rams Head Antiques

( DO AND HOPE ). The crest is of the Dutch family of Nanninga Uitterdijk which primarily refers to Juren Nanninga Uitterdijk 1848-1919, a notable Dutch archivist, lawyer and historical publisher.

fig 1. A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto.
fig 1. Coat of Arms Hand Painted Dutch Nanninga Uitterdyke

The arms features a central shield surmounted by jousting helmet, surrounded by scrolling acanthus, with the motto above framed in gilded carving. The panel is edged with carved gilded acanthus scrolls with a central gilt crest.

This is a good size for display measuring 116 cms by 55 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Heraldic Plaque to the 1890s.

Independent Date Report ID 09661373
Dealer's Item Date1890s
Sellingantiques dating1890s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1890s:
Polychrome paint settled directly into the open grain of the oak planks.
Natural darkening across the unfinished reverse boards: decades of ambient exposure.
Hairline shrinkage along the joints of the applied carved mouldings: timber movement.
Transverse rear battens: traditional method used to keep the wide panel flat.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto.
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Archive I A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto.

Coat of Arms Hand Painted Dutch Nanninga Uitterdyke

Archive II A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto. View II
Archive III A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto. View III
Archive IV A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto. View IV
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A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto.
Coat Of Arms Hand Painted Dutch Nanninga Uitterdyke
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A rectangular carved oak wall plaque featuring a hand-painted heraldic coat of arms, gilt scroll moulding, and a Latin motto.
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  • ObjectWall Plaques
  • Period19th century
  • StyleDutch Rococo
  • MaterialOak, Gilt, Pigment
  • ColourDark Brown, Gold
  • MotifsHeraldic shield, Gilt scrollwork frame, Latin motto inscription, Star and lion emblem

This Dutch Rococo wall plaque originates from circa 1890 and takes the form of a rectangular solid oak panel. The wood displays a dark brown tone, enhanced by hand-painted polychrome pigments in green, blue, and gold alongside gilded relief work. Detailed craftsmanship includes an elaborately carved gilt scrollwork frame surrounding the Latin motto inscription "FAC ET SPERA", a central heraldic shield depicting a star and lion emblem, and surrounding acanthus leaf mantling. The piece measures 116 cms by 55 cms, providing a substantial scale suited to display. In a contemporary home, this item hangs effectively on a narrow wall space, bringing a scholarly character reminiscent of a gentleman's library. The vertical format integrates smoothly into study rooms, hallways, or libraries where historical artwork enhances traditional interior styling. The visual composition offers a direct connection to 19th-century heraldic traditions without requiring complex structural placement.

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Dutch heraldic panels developed during the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries as symbols of lineage, civic duty, and family heritage. Often commissioned by prominent merchant families or nobility, these panels incorporated coats of arms, crests, and Latin mottoes to denote status and ancestry.

Traditional European heraldic plaques were crafted from slow-grown hardwoods, primarily oak, which offered durability and stability. The relief elements were hand-carved, after which hand-mixed mineral pigments and gold leaf were applied directly to the prepped wood surface.

Authenticity is indicated by uneven hand-carving tool marks, natural shrinkage along the wood grain, and age-consistent oxidisation on the reverse side. The painted surfaces typically display micro-crazing or stable cracking in pigment layers, distinct from modern printed or mass-produced reproductions.

A heraldic plaque functions as a focal architectural piece when hung above a mantelpiece, placed on a narrow feature wall, or positioned within an entryway. Combining rich dark wood and gilt details against neutral or dark paint schemes creates historic contrast.

Dust the panel regularly using a soft, dry natural-bristle brush to avoid scratching the paint or gilding. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, dampness, and severe temperature fluctuations to prevent wood warping and pigment flaking.
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