Kruishoutem wapen (Belgium) (Coat of Arms) T-Shirt

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Kruishoutem Wapen (Coat of Arms) T-Shirt: Design Description

This t-shirt showcases the intricate and historically rich coat of arms of Kruishoutem, a former municipality in Belgium. The design is a vibrant representation of the town's heritage, meticulously rendered to capture the details of the original heraldic artwork.

Design Elements and Meaning

The central element is the shield, quartered into four distinct sections, each representing a significant noble lineage connected to Kruishoutem's history. Overall, an escutcheon (small shield) is superimposed upon all four quarters, giving the design a unique layered appearance.

The Quarters

  • First Quarter (Top Left): A gold (Or) background featuring a powerful black lion (sable), complete with red claws and tongue (armed and langued gules). This symbolizes the historical ties to the region of Flanders.
  • Second Quarter (Top Right): A gold background adorned with a bold red cross, cantoned (in the corners) by sixteen blue eagles (azure). This quarter represents the influence of the Montmorency family.
  • Third Quarter (Bottom Left): An ermine field (white with black spots) crossed by a red cross, upon which five gold roses are displayed. This section honors the Saint Aldegonde de Noircarme family.
  • Fourth Quarter (Bottom Right): A red (gules) background displaying ten silver (argent) lozenges (rhombs), arranged in a visually striking pattern of 3 + 3 + 3 + 1. This quarter signifies the Lalaing family's impact.

Escutcheon

At the heart of the design, the small red shield (escutcheon gules) superimposed over the quarters displays a simple yet elegant gold horizontal band (fess or). This escutcheon relates to the Jauche family, lords of Kruishoutem in the early 1600s.

Additional Embellishments

The shield is topped with a crown with nine pearls, and supported (held) by two “wild men” (a typical heraldic motif) in natural color, each holding a club, adding to the visual richness and historical significance of the design.

Specifications

SKU
68cf0ce52f192c89fd01442f
Condition
New
Material
Solid colors: 100% cotton. Heather/Tweed/Russet: 50% cotton, 50% polyester. Sport Grey/Antique: 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
Production
Printed using Direct-to-Garment (DTG) technology for vibrant, lasting designs.
Origin
Printed in the USA on imported garments (Nicaragua).
Shipping
FREE Shipping to the USA. Orders ship in 2–3 business days. 30-Day hassle-free returns. International Shipping is calculated at Checkout.

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