1.4 The modern era of Heraldry
"NATIVE" HERALDRY
As a European creation, heraldry was foreign to the local
peoples, but they adopted and adapted it to express their own cultures.
Animals are depicted in a natural rather than heraldic
style.
Traditional components of the achievement are replaced by
local artefacts.
Local weapons replace the helm and crest.
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Leaves replace traditional mantling.
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In Africa the knight's shield was replaced by the native
wooden shield.
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