Infantry Weapon Collection (page 9)

Attaque par les Tcherkesses de la cavalerie russe le 24 Mai 1846 (Attack of the Cherkesses on the Russian cavalry)
FIA5367451 Attaque par les Tcherkesses de la cavalerie russe le 24 Mai 1846 (Attack of the Cherkesses on the Russian cavalry on May 24, 1846)

Bed ornament with a low ivory relief, representing a king threatening enemy. From the site of Ugarit, 14th century BC
LRI4640117 Bed ornament with a low ivory relief, representing a king threatening enemy. From the site of Ugarit, 14th century BC

Apollon killing the snake Python (Monochrome drawing, 1805)
LRI4696247 Apollon killing the snake Python (Monochrome drawing, 1805) by Bacigalupo, Giuseppe (1744-1821); Palazzo Ducale, Genova

Naked men fight. Engraved by Antonio Pollaiuolo (Pollaiolo) (1432-1498), 15th century Paris, Musee Du Petite Palais
JLJ4687540 Naked men fight. Engraved by Antonio Pollaiuolo (Pollaiolo) (1432-1498), 15th century Paris, Musee Du Petite Palais by Pollaiuolo, Antonio (1432/3-98); Musee du Petit Palais, Paris

Friesland: the sacrifice of Codros king of Athens, detail. Greek mythology
LRI4601493 Friesland: the sacrifice of Codros king of Athens, detail. Greek mythology: Codros (or Codrus) learning from an oracle that the advantage of war between the Dorians

La vengeance de l Amour Painting by Simon Vouet (1590-1649) 1634 Sun. 1, 87x1, 37 m Nancy, musee des Beaux Arts
JLJ4659809 La vengeance de l Amour Painting by Simon Vouet (1590-1649) 1634 Sun. 1, 87x1, 37 m Nancy, musee des Beaux Arts by Vouet

Spanish-American War or Cuban War of Independence (1868-1898) between Spain and North America
XEE4134732 Spanish-American War or Cuban War of Independence (1868-1898) between Spain and North America, 1898: attempt to disbark American troops in Cienfuegos (Cuba), rejected by the Spanish

A strange assault: arrives at his job, a man wounds with a gun and gets his wallet stolen by a bandit
XEE4185018 A strange assault: arrives at his job, a man wounds with a gun and gets his wallet stolen by a bandit. Print on the front page of " The illustrious of the small newspaper", 1932

Miss Josephine Meeker, taken prisoner with her mother by the American Indian revolts in 1880
XEE4404508 Miss Josephine Meeker, taken prisoner with her mother by the American Indian revolts in 1880. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Josephine Meeker)

The mock death of Hans Holbein the Young (1497-1543): the soldier. A soldier fights Death; at their feet lie the bodies
XEE4168200 The mock death of Hans Holbein the Young (1497-1543): the soldier. A soldier fights Death; at their feet lie the bodies of other warriors. Engraving

Dreyfus affair: the duel between Lieutenant Colonels Georges Picquart (1854-1914) and Hubert Henry (1846-1898)
XEE4143062 Dreyfus affair: the duel between Lieutenant Colonels Georges Picquart (1854-1914) and Hubert Henry (1846-1898) at the military school in Paris

Bataille de la victoire (Victory battle). Scene de bataille, expressive et coloree, soldats armes
FIA5327567 Bataille de la victoire (Victory battle). Scene de bataille, expressive et coloree, soldats armes, cavaliers en train de charger, roue de canon et explosions et des soldats tombes

Un demon attaquant un fort defendu par des soldats d Europe - Indian demons attacking fort defended by european troops
FIA5396006 Un demon attaquant un fort defendu par des soldats d Europe - Indian demons attacking fort defended by european troops - Indian Art - c

Battle Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) 18th century Venice Museo Correr
LRI4633850 Battle Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) 18th century Venice Museo Correr by Guardi, Giovanni Antonio (1699-1760); Museo Correr, Venice

Poster "Le theatre aux armees de la Republique"19th century Paris. Decorative Arts
JLJ4616349 Poster " Le theatre aux armees de la Republique" 19th century Paris. Decorative Arts by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Romans besieged the city of Reggio Miniature from "Roman History"(Ad urbe condita)
LRI4668376 The Romans besieged the city of Reggio Miniature from " Roman History" (Ad urbe condita) by Tite Live (59 BC-17 AD) (Titus Livius), translated by Pierre Bessuire 1450-1500 (Ms)

Tigre entrant sur scene le poigard a la main. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville
DUV4212462 Tigre entrant sur scene le poigard a la main. Vignettes illustrees par JJ Granville. Gravure signee Godard dans la partie intitulee " Le premier feuilleton de Pistolet" ecrit par

Presentation of the new long range light gun to French officers at Chalons military camp
LSE4326663 Presentation of the new long range light gun to French officers at Chalons military camp. Engraving in " Le petit journal" 14/11/1897. Selva Collection

Circle of Violents: Dante and Virgil meet Centaurs weapons of bows and arrows
LRI4665913 Circle of Violents: Dante and Virgil meet Centaurs weapons of bows and arrows. Illuminated page illustrating the 7th song of Hell from the " Divina Commedia" by Dante Alighieri

The strange result of a duel: two students in Gratz in Austria fighting in a duel cause an accident
XEE4185928 The strange result of a duel: two students in Gratz in Austria fighting in a duel cause an accident. The sword of one of the two split into two

Esoterism: a crown being at the feet of demon. Scenes of fighting between men and monstrous creatures
JLJ4567277 Esoterism: a crown being at the feet of demon. Scenes of fighting between men and monstrous creatures. The scene is surrounded by Kabbaltic signs (or Kabbalah) (?)

The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco)
LRI4601839 The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco) by Beccafumi, Domenico (1486-1551); Palazzo Casini Casuccini, Siena

Battle between a prince on horseback and a warrior. A demon lying on the ground, 1765 (miniature)
LRI4667742 Battle between a prince on horseback and a warrior. A demon lying on the ground, 1765 (miniature) by Indian School

"Une echauffouree militaire"(Cavalry Skirmish) Combat de cavalerie lors d une bataille
FIA5326062 " Une echauffouree militaire" (Cavalry Skirmish) Combat de cavalerie lors d une bataille. Peinture de Karel Breydel (1678-1733) State Museum Arkhangelskoye Estate

Reglement militaire (Military Settlement). Des militaires se moquent d un jeune garcon a qui ils ont donne un casque et
FIA5365224 Reglement militaire (Military Settlement). Des militaires se moquent d un jeune garcon a qui ils ont donne un casque et un fusil

L Assiette au Beurre, number 524, Satirique en couleurs, 1911_4_15: Social, War, Armee - Marianne, General Generaux
ICA4918201 L Assiette au Beurre, number 524, Satirique en couleurs, 1911_4_15: Social, War, Armee - Marianne, General Generaux - by Radiguet, Maurice (1866-1941); Photo © Caricadoc

Apollo killing with arrows the Niobides, son of Niobe. Detail, c. 1520 (fresco)
LRI4687475 Apollo killing with arrows the Niobides, son of Niobe. Detail, c.1520 (fresco) by Falconetto, Giovanni Maria (1468-1535); Palazzo d Arco, Mantua

Oscars Valentine, caricature of Oscar Wilde (litho)
7186253 Oscars Valentine, caricature of Oscar Wilde (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oscars Valentine, caricature of Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde)

Cover of L Assiette au Beurre, number 415, Satirical in Colors, 1909_3_13
ICA4913212 Cover of L Assiette au Beurre, number 415, Satirical in Colors, 1909_3_13 by Ostoya, Georges d (Dochinsky or Sochinsky) (1878-1937); (add.info.: Russia, Police, Repression)

Busy in the office (colour litho)
3641662 Busy in the office (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Busy in the office. Postcard, early 20th century)

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"Unveiling the Power: A Glimpse into the World of Infantry Weapons" Imperial and Royal Crowns of Europe (colour litho) serve as a majestic reminder of the historical significance behind infantry weaponry. These symbols, once worn by noble heads, now adorn museums and galleries, showcasing the evolution of warfare. Public arms from Thetford to Wisbech (engraving) depict a diverse array of weapons used by infantrymen throughout history. From medieval times to modern conflicts, these engravings capture the essence of strength and strategy. In Crossing the Divide or Thirsty Trappers Making a Rush for the River, c. 1837 (w/c on paper), we witness pioneers armed with rifles braving treacherous terrains in search of survival. This artwork encapsulates both their determination and reliance on reliable firearms. Winston Churchill's iconic image during World War II portrays him holding a machine gun while puffing on his cigar - an embodiment of resilience and leadership amidst adversity (b/w photo). It symbolizes how crucial infantry weapons were in defending freedom against tyranny. The Coat of Arms adorning various cantons in Switzerland (colour litho) reflects their long-standing tradition as skilled marksmen. Their commitment to precision shooting has made them synonymous with excellence in infantry weaponry. Trade card for J Westwood, gun and pistol maker and dealer, Birmingham (engraving), showcases craftsmanship that goes into creating these powerful tools. The intricate details highlight not only functionality but also artistry within this field. Vercingetorix before Julius Caesar after his surrender at the Siege of Alesia, 52 BC (engraving), immortalizes a pivotal moment where military might clashed with strategic brilliance. Infantry weapons played an integral role in shaping history's turning points like this one. Merton College Oxford's coat-of-arms reminds us that even esteemed educational institutions have recognized the importance of military prowess (colour litho).