17th century coat of arms from Göran Pålman’s portrait

Description

The family coat of arms, as seen in Göran Pålman's (Jürgen Polman) portrait displayed in Karlbergs slott, is unusual. Instead of the usual representation of an arm holding a ball or cannon turned towards the right, this particular rendition showcases an arm stretched upward, with the hand grasping a ball at the top of the shield.

Photo from the 17th-century portrait of Göran Pålman, Karlbergs slott, Solna, Sweden.