The Padilla 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 Padilla
Padilla (de Padilla) is an ancient Spanish grandee noble surname derived from the town and manor of Padilla (Padilla de Abajo / Padilla de Arriba) in Burgos, Old Castile (from Spanish padilla, meaning "bread pan" or "baking shovel"). Originating during the 11th century, the House of Padilla rose to supreme aristocracy as Counts of Santa Gadea, Masters of the Order of Calatrava, and Royal Marshals of Castile. The dynasty exerted immense influence over Castilian history, producing Queen Consorts, grand admirals, and military commanders.
The symbolism of the Padilla coat of arms
Visually striking and noble, the Padilla coat of arms features a deep blue shield charged with three upright golden padillas (pan-shovels used for baking bread) arranged in pale, each flanked by golden crescents. In Iberian heraldry, the deep blue field symbolises loyalty, truth, and faith, while the three golden padillas serve as an iconic canting emblem representing sustenance, manorial provision, agricultural abundance, and holding together royal supplies. The golden crescents denote enlightenment, hopeful renewal, and noble elevation. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of blue and gold feathers, symbolising noble standing and light. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was documented in Castilian grandee rolls and registered in the Nobiliario Español and J.B. Rietstap’s Armorial Général.
Historical figures
María de Padilla (c. 1334–1361): Queen consort of King Peter of Castile and influential noble matriarch.
Juan de Padilla (1490–1521): Castilian noble commander and celebrated leader during the Revolt of the Comuneros.
Don Lorenzo de Padilla (16th Century): Royal chronicler and official historian to Holy Roman Emperor Charles V.
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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