Hand Painted Oil on Wood Memento Mori Coat of Arms Heraldry Wall Plaque

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This rare hand-painted oil on wood memento Mori coat of arms heraldry wall plaque with painted goat under two swords … Read more This rare hand-painted oil on wood memento Mori coat of arms heraldry wall plaque with painted goat under two swords on top of the shield with grisaille painting trophy face. The written inscription on the bottom reads Hodie mihi, cras tibi is a Latin phrase that translates to "Today for me, tomorrow for you" (or “Me today, you tomorrow”).
The painting is done with oil, painted on leather and stretched on the wood panel.
Dimensions : Height 20 in x Width 11 3/4”
Early 20th century, possibly Italian
It appears in good condition, minor wear on the bottom of the painting. See less