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Double-headed eagle
2011.11.25
October 29, 2011
The double-headed eagle is a common symbol in heraldry and vexillology. It is most commonly associated with the Byzantine Empire and the Holy Roman Empire. In Byzantine heraldry, the heads represent the dual sovereignty of the Emperor (secular and religious) and/or dominance of the Byzantine Emperors over both East and West. In the Holy Roman Empire's heraldry, it represented the Church and the State. Several Eastern European nations adopted it from the Byzantines and continue to use it as their national symbol to this day, the most prominent being Russia.
The double-headed eagle is a common symbol in heraldry and vexillology. It is most commonly associated with the Byzantine Empire and the Holy Roman Empire. In Byzantine heraldry, the heads represent the dual sovereignty of the Emperor (secular and religious) and/or dominance of the Byzantine Emperors over both East and West. In the Holy Roman Empire's heraldry, it represented the Church and the State. Several Eastern European nations adopted it from the Byzantines and continue to use it as their national symbol to this day, the most prominent being Russia.
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So great textures Nice colours Thanks for the informations
helys · 2011-11-25: 11:08
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mother russia still like this symbol
openbelarus · 2011-11-25: 13:02
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Encore une publication pleine de connaisances, et de belles armoiries pour agrémenter votre texte
josy63 · 2011-11-25: 13:13
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this set is just amazing! especially 1 and 2!
KatysPassionata · 2011-11-25: 13:31
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All fantastic shots !!
finbarr · 2011-11-25: 16:20
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Belles photos pour une petite leçon d'histoire . J'aime les unes et l'autre ...
breizh · 2011-11-25: 18:57
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excellent.great angle imaging and focus.
Davorka · 2011-11-26: 01:33
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Great structures
renatomartins · 2011-11-27: 08:06
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