{"product_id":"blason-francois-marie-daboville-1730-1817-france-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"Blason François Marie dAboville 1730-1817 (France) (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlason François Marie d'Aboville Pint Glass - Design Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases the heraldic achievement of François-Marie d'Aboville (1730-1817), a French general and nobleman, offering a striking visual representation of his life and titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eNapoleonic Era Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central motif, as Count of the French Empire, features a prominent castle with two towers. The field, or background, is a rich purpure (purple), symbolizing sovereignty and regal dignity. The castle, meticulously detailed with black stonework and open details (sable), represents fortitude and defense. A notable detail is the gold mast on the sinister (left) tower, flying a green pennon bearing the letters \"L N G,\" likely referencing a Napoleonic motto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis version also incorporates a franc-quartier, a design element signifying d'Aboville's prestigious status as a senator and count of the Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eRestoration Era Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe alternative design, representing d'Aboville as Count and Peer of France during the Restoration, presents a different visual narrative. The background shifts to sinople (green), representing hope and loyalty. The castle, still the central focus, is rendered in silver, topped with silver weather vanes and detailed in black. The upper portion of the design features a blue quarter bearing a unique and symbolic element: an upright gold mirror from which a silver serpent twists, reflecting itself. This personal device likely represents wisdom, prudence, or self-knowledge, enhancing the complexity of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eSymbolism and Interpretation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe recurring two-towered castle across both versions highlights themes of strength, defense, and nobility. The changing colors and the inclusion of unique elements provide insight into d'Aboville’s evolving status and affiliations.  The color choices, with their specific heraldic meanings – purple for sovereignty, green for hope, silver for peace, and black for constancy – add layers of symbolic significance to the design. The serpent and mirror element offer an additional layer of contemplation and heraldic symbolism to this design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50890651959576,"sku":"55321075918510767526","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/blason-franois-marie-daboville-1730-1817-france-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764555986","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/blason-francois-marie-daboville-1730-1817-france-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}