{"product_id":"blason-ville-fr-bruges-empire-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Blason ville fr Bruges-Empire (Belgium) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlason de la ville de Bruges-Empire Shot Glass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the heraldic design of Bruges, Belgium, as it appeared during the First French Empire, a period known as \"Bruges-Empire.\" The artwork vividly captures the symbolic elements mandated by Napoleonic heraldic rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eDesign Elements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element is a silver (argent) field, representing purity and frankness. Dominating this field is a black (sable) lion, a historic symbol of Bruges, dating back to the Middle Ages. This lion, signifies the city's strength and autonomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe lion is rendered with red (gueules) claws and tongue, signifying valor and courage. It is also crowned with gold (or), a visual symbol of urban dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eThe Imperial Addition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the lion, a \"chef de l'Empire\" (top band) is prominently displayed. This band is blue (azur), adorned with golden bees. These bees, a symbol of Napoleonic authority, represent the imperial order and continuity, directly imposed by Napoleon on cities within his empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe overall design reflects the history of Bruges. The black lion, the traditional heraldic representation of the city, is enhanced by the imperial elements, reflecting the historical context of its creation. The artwork on this shot glass captures the essence of this historical period and the specific heraldic conventions of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51468192514328,"sku":"90559374521605021782","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/blason-ville-fr-bruges-empire-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1768385632","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/blason-ville-fr-bruges-empire-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}