{"product_id":"medieval-blep-cat-keyring-scheibler-24091","title":"Medieval Blep Cat Keyring – Scheibler Armorial Crowned Cat, Funny Marginalia Gift","description":"\u003cp\u003eA ROYAL CAT WITH A VERY UNROYAL EXPRESSION!\u003cbr\u003e\nSome things never change. Cats have apparently been making fools of themselves for over 500 years!\u003cbr\u003e\nMeet the magnificent medieval Blep Cat, complete with an elaborate golden crown, wide-eyed expression and a rather undignified little red tongue sticking out.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis wonderfully eccentric feline is an original illustration in the Scheibler’sches Wappenbuch (Scheibler Armorial), a genuine German heraldic manuscript begun around 1450, with its earliest sections dating to approximately 1450–1480.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe've brought this splendidly peculiar character into the 21st century with a decorative metal keyring featuring the crowned cat against an aged parchment background, together with a reference to the original manuscript.\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect for anyone who appreciates quirky cats, medieval history, unusual artwork and the wonderfully bizarre world of medieval marginalia.\u003cbr\u003e\nA LITTLE PIECE OF MEDIEVAL HISTORY\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Scheibler Armorial is a remarkable collection of heraldic coats of arms originating in 15th-century Germany.\u003cbr\u003e\nAmong its illustrations is this extraordinary crowned feline, which has become affectionately known as the medieval \"blep cat\" thanks to its comically protruding tongue.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe illustration has all the eccentric charm associated with medieval marginalia, where artists frequently depicted strange animals, fantastical creatures and wonderfully humorous scenes.\u003cbr\u003e\nOur design is a modern adaptation of this historic artwork, celebrating the original character while turning it into a practical everyday accessory.\u003cbr\u003e\nPRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nOblong metal keyring with rounded edges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nHigh-quality aluminium panel featuring the printed design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nSturdy, thick metal keyring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: 40 × 28 mm (approximately 1.57 × 1.10 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nVintage parchment-style background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures the medieval crowned blep cat illustration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes a reference to the Scheibler Armorial and its historical origins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAN UNUSUAL LITTLE GIFT\u003cbr\u003e\nThis distinctive keyring makes a lovely small present for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nCat lovers with a sense of humour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nMedieval history enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nFans of medieval marginalia and manuscript illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nGothic and alternative art lovers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nCollectors of unusual historical imagery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cbr\u003e\nAnyone who appreciates quirky, eccentric gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal as a stocking filler, birthday present, Secret Santa gift or simply a little treat for yourself.\u003cbr\u003e\nAttach it to your house keys, car keys or bag and carry a rather ridiculous piece of medieval history wherever you go.\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter all, if you're going to carry a cat around with you, it might as well be royalty!\u003cbr\u003e\nWyrd Dezigns – Unusual designs for curious minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":55755912413521,"sku":"OBLONGKEY","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/8948\/8209\/files\/il_fullxfull.8880104045_qvr4.jpg?v=1794327855","url":"https:\/\/wyrddezigns.com\/products\/medieval-blep-cat-keyring-scheibler-24091","provider":"Wyrd Dezigns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}