1933 British Grant of Arms Vellum Scroll Clifford Carver Gen Maxwell Family 1916 For Sale

Rare 1933 British College of Arms Grant of Arms Scroll – Clifford Nickels CarverMagnificent Hand-Painted Vellum Document with Elite General Maxwell & WWI Lineage⚠️ COLLECTOR\'S NOTE:I am currently listing a select collection of premium historical artifacts passed down directly through descent via the Carver family of New York. Please check my other sales for additional period General Sir John Maxwell photographs, documents, and unique associated Carver family heirlooms. Combined shipping is available!OverviewUp for sale is a magnificent, museum-quality 1933 Grant of Arms issued by the College of Arms in London to Clifford Nickels Carver of Searsport, Maine and Princeton University. This striking, official document on vellum confirms and registers the Carver family coat of arms within the United Kingdom, establishing a historic link back to Robert Carver of Marshfield, Massachusetts (c. 1594).This piece carries immense crossover appeal for collectors of high-end heraldry, American genealogy, and British military history due to its direct connection to General Sir John Grenfell Maxwell, the British Commander-in-Chief during the 1916 Easter Rising.The Elite General Maxwell ConnectionClifford Nickels Carver occupied a prominent position in international high society following his marriage to Helena Philae Maxwell—the only daughter and heir of General Sir John Grenfell Maxwell (1859–1929).General Maxwell was one of the most famous and controversial military figures of his era, serving extensively in the Boer War and WWI before being appointed to suppress the historic 1916 Easter Rising in Ireland. Because Maxwell had no male heirs, this official 1933 registration of arms represents the elevated status of the Carver lineage as they carried forward the immediate family history and estate of General Maxwell. This item comes directly from Carver family descent.Artistry and Official Heraldic AuthorityThe document features breathtaking, vibrant hand-painted heraldic artwork. The shield displays a chevron between a fleur-de-lys and a pheon, topped with a distinctive crest depicting a Saracen\'s head nestled inside a silver scallop shell.The text is beautifully rendered in traditional calligraphic script and is officially issued under the authority of King George V (in the 24th year of his reign). It features an official red \"Ten Pounds\" revenue stamp and is hand-signed at the base by the highest heraldic officials in the British Empire:

• Garter Principal King of Arms (Sir Gerald Woods Wollaston)
• Clarenceux King of Arms (Arthur William Steuart Cochrane)
• Norroy King of Arms (Algernon Henry Stafford Howard)

Specifications & Condition

• Framing: Beautifully displayed in a premium wooden frame with a clean border that perfectly complements the historical document.
• Dimensions: Frame measures 21.75\" x 15.5\".
• Condition: Exceptional antique condition. The hand-painted illustrations are incredibly crisp with bright, unfaded pigmentation and gorgeous gilt accents. The vellum is well-preserved, flat, and free of the heavy staining or tearing common for documents of this age.

A premier, one-of-a-kind artifact linking American colonial genealogy, British royalty, and the family legacy of one of WWI\'s most famous Generals. Securely packed and shipped with full tracking and insurance.