Breast Plate Collection

A French cuirassier on sentry duty at the start of WWI in 1914, Soon after the use of both helmet
3502697 A French cuirassier on sentry duty at the start of WWI in 1914, Soon after the use of both helmet and breast plate was abolished, from The Pageant of the Century

Prince Ch'un, 1888
1574341 Prince Ch'un, 1888; (add.info.: Photographic print shows I-huan, Prince Ch'un, full-length portrait, seated in full ceremonial dress being distinct from the ordinary Mandarin costume)

Union soldier's body armor
3029008 Union soldier's body armor ; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Union soldier's body armor taken from a body after the battle of Gettysburg)

Queens Cavalry Ready for Summer of Ceremonial
Pictured are Soldiers from the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment forming up on parade in Hyde Park Barracks prior to The Major Generals Inspection

Portrait of a Gentleman, Probably the Grand Duke Peter Fedorovich, Later Czar Peter III
659290 Portrait of a Gentleman, Probably the Grand Duke Peter Fedorovich, Later Czar Peter III, Standing Three-Quarter Length, Wearing a Red Embroidered Jacket

The Jester named Don Juan of Austria, c. 1632 / 35 (oil on canvas)
SCP38871 The Jester named Don Juan of Austria, c.1632/35 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 210x123 cm; Prado, Madrid

Arms and Accoutrement
SCP36845 Arms and Accoutrement by Boel, Pieter or Peter (1622-74); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Flemish, out of copyright

Portrait of a Marechal de France, probably Chretien-Louis de Montmorency-Luxembourg
990135 Portrait of a Marechal de France, probably Chretien-Louis de Montmorency-Luxembourg (1675-1746), half-length, 1740 (oil on canvas) by Nattier

Prince Charles Edward Louis Philip Casimir Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie) (1720-88)
CH35132 Prince Charles Edward Louis Philip Casimir Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie) (1720-88) by Blanchet, Louis Gabriel (1705-72); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Portrait of a man in military costume, 1650 (oil on panel)
FIT69689 Portrait of a man in military costume, 1650 (oil on panel) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, (1606-69) (follower of); 128x103.8 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Scarab pectoral, from the tomb of Tutankhamun, in the Valley of the Kings at Thebes, c
XIR68344 Scarab pectoral, from the tomb of Tutankhamun, in the Valley of the Kings at Thebes, c.1361-52 BC, New Kingdom (gold, lapis lazuli)

The Landing of the Pilgrim Fathers, 1620 (oil on canvas)
SAG40409 The Landing of the Pilgrim Fathers, 1620 (oil on canvas) by Boughton, George Henry (1833-1905); Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust

The Armorers Shop, c. 1640-1645 (oil on panel)
3576996 The Armorers Shop, c.1640-1645 (oil on panel) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 56.5x80.6 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Portrait of a Nobleman, Said to be Henry Rich, 1st Earl of Holland, Full Length
652150 Portrait of a Nobleman, Said to be Henry Rich, 1st Earl of Holland, Full Length, Wearing a Breastplate, Sash and Sword, His Hand Resting on a Stick, a Helmet on a Plinth

Little Soldier (oil on canvas)
DRB128837 Little Soldier (oil on canvas) by Burr, John (1831-93); The Drambuie Collection, Edinburgh, Scotland; English, out of copyright

Pikemans breast plate, c. 1630-40 (metal)
3062469 Pikemans breast plate, c.1630-40 (metal) by English School, (17th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info)

Portrait of Prince Charles Louis (oil on canvas)
652171 Portrait of Prince Charles Louis (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 218.4x124.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Prince Charles Louis, Full Length)

Sir Edward Spragge (engraving)
617993 Sir Edward Spragge (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Edward Spragge (c.1620-73) was an English admiral loyal to the Stuarts

Portrait of a Gentleman, Said to be August William, Half Length, Wearing a Blue Jacket
659260 Portrait of a Gentleman, Said to be August William, Half Length, Wearing a Blue Jacket, White Shirt, and Armour Breast Plate (oil on canvas) by Pesne

Portrait of Philip Woolrich (pastel and chalk on paper)
XYC291020 Portrait of Philip Woolrich (pastel and chalk on paper) by Greenhill, John (1642/9-76); 32.4x26.7 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Warrior wearing gold ornaments (gold)
MAE176543 Warrior wearing gold ornaments (gold) by Pre-Columbian; Museo del Oro, Bogota, Colombia; ePaul Maeyaert; South American, out of copyright

Pieces Armour Armor Suit Of Armor Suit Of Armour
Pieces of armour of the type used in England in the early 17th century. After a 17th century work by an unidentified engraver

Bronze breastplate. 375-325 BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

An Old Man in Military Costume (formerly called Portrait of Rembrandts Father), c
XOS847274 An Old Man in Military Costume (formerly called Portrait of Rembrandts Father), c.1630 (oil on panel) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 66x50.8 cm; J

Soldiers Playing Tric-Trac, 1653
BAL53921 Soldiers Playing Tric-Trac, 1653 by Eeckhout, Gerbrandt van den (1621-74); Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

Trajan (53-117) Showing Mercy, 1765 (oil on canvas)
XIR39313 Trajan (53-117) Showing Mercy, 1765 (oil on canvas) by Halle, Noel (1711-81); 265x302 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Marseille, France; French, out of copyright

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"Breast Plate: A Symbol of Power and Prestige Throughout History" The Queens Cavalry Ready for Summer of Ceremonial, showcasing the regal elegance of breast plates worn by noble knights. In The Beheading of John the Baptist, 1634 (oil on canvas), a breast plate stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of biblical figures. Portrait of a Gentleman, Probably the Grand Duke Peter Fedorovich, Later Czar Peter III reveals the opulence and grandeur associated with breast plates in royal portraits. The Jester named Don Juan of Austria, c. 1632/35 (oil on canvas) dons a whimsical breast plate that adds an element of playfulness to his character. Arms and Accoutrement highlights the intricate craftsmanship involved in creating these protective chest pieces throughout history. A Portrait of Marechal de France, probably Chretien-Louis de Montmorency-Luxembourg showcases how breast plates were not only functional but also symbols of high military rank. Prince Charles Edward Louis Philip Casimir Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie) (1720-88) exudes charisma while wearing a distinguished breast plate fit for royalty. Portrait of a man in military costume, 1650 (oil on panel) captures the essence of bravery and honor associated with soldiers who wore these formidable armor pieces into battle. Scarab pectoral from Tutankhamun's tomb at Thebes demonstrates how even ancient Egyptians recognized the significance and beauty behind adorning their chests with ornate breast plates. The Landing of Pilgrim Fathers, 1620 (oil on canvas), depicts settlers embarking on their journey to America while wearing practical yet protective breast plates - symbolizing their determination for new beginnings. In The Armorers Shop, c. 1640-1645 (oil on panel), artisans meticulously craft various types and styles of breatplates - showcasing their importance as essential components in the art of war.