The Gauthier Family Crest framed artprint. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Whether it’s a gift to celebrate a milestone birthday, a wedding or a housewarming—this piece is an instant heirloom.
The origin of the name Gauthier
Gauthier (Gautier) is an ancient French surname derived from the Germanic personal name Waldhar (composed of wald, meaning "rule," and heri, meaning "army," translating to "army commander"). Originating during the early Middle Ages across Normandy, Burgundy, and Île-de-France, families bearing the Gauthier name established prominent manorial fiefs, merchant guilds, and civic magistracies. During the 17th century, members of the family emigrated to New France (Quebec), founding influential North American lineages.
The symbolism of the Gauthier coat of arms
Commanding and balanced, the Gauthier coat of arms features a gold shield charged with a broad central red horizontal band (fess), set between six blue and white swallows or martlets (three in chief, three in base). In classical heraldry, the gold shield symbolises generosity and noble elevation, while the red fess represents martial valour and knightly sashes of honour. The six swallows denote swiftness, elegance, and continuous journey. Below, the motto scroll displays À chacun sa vu, translating from French to "To each his vision." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in French regional armorial registers (Armorial Général de France) and preserved in early French-Canadian historical rolls.
Historical figures
Gautier de Coincy (1177–1236): French medieval abbot, poet, and celebrated musical composer.
Marie Gauthier (17th Century): Early French-Canadian pioneer matriarch recorded in Quebec parish charters.
Jean-Baptiste Gauthier (18th Century): French magistrate and scholar.
Product details
- Ayous wood 0.75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
- Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
- Paper weight: 189 g/m²
- Lightweight & acrylite front protector
- Hanging hardware included
No Warehouses. No Waste. Just for you, made to order
This product is printed especially for you when ordered, one at a time, by royal decree of Mother Nature to keep the realm beautiful. Family Crests Store guarantees your custom treasure meets all EU and USA safety standards.
About the artist
Each coat of arms in the Family Crests Store is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. All are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest available records across multiple heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and attention to detail, these artworks make meaningful gifts for family occasions.
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