Knight Collection (page 10)

Detail representing archers. Bayeux Tapestry or Queen Mathilde Embroidery, 1077 (70.34x050 m). Bayeux Bible
BEN5462265 Detail representing archers. Bayeux Tapestry or Queen Mathilde Embroidery, 1077 (70.34x050 m). Bayeux Bible. Bayeux (Calvados); Photo © Raffaello Bencini.

Saint George fighting the dragon in front of a virgin princess with lamb, while her parents watch from the castle of
FLO4974696 Saint George fighting the dragon in front of a virgin princess with lamb, while her parents watch from the castle of Silene

Knights in jousting armour at a medieval tournament. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico after A
FLO4623510 Knights in jousting armour at a medieval tournament. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico after A. Monticelli from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Tournament held in England circa 1450. (Caption refers to the huge tournament held at Beaucaire during King Henry)
FLO4623509 Tournament held in England circa 1450. (Caption refers to the huge tournament held at Beaucaire during King Henry II's reign)

Tournament held to celebrate the entrance of Queen Isabella of Bavaria into Paris, 1389
FLO4623497 Tournament held to celebrate the entrance of Queen Isabella of Bavaria into Paris, 1389. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Antique

Sixth bas-relief of a 12th century sarcophagus. A knight presenting a stag's head to a princess in a castle after a
FLO4623447 Sixth bas-relief of a 12th century sarcophagus. A knight presenting a stag's head to a princess in a castle after a hunt. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico after A

Ceremony of the creation of a knight. A king dubs a kneeling warrior with a sword
FLO4623527 Ceremony of the creation of a knight. A king dubs a kneeling warrior with a sword, while pages hold his spurs and shield with coat of arms

Third bas-relief of a 12th century sarcophagus. Knights fighting off wild men in bearskins beneath the walls of a city
FLO4623404 Third bas-relief of a 12th century sarcophagus. Knights fighting off wild men in bearskins beneath the walls of a city and rescuing a princess

King Edward III of England (1312-1377) takes the city of Berwick upon Tweed (England)
FLO4630461 King Edward III of England (1312-1377) takes the city of Berwick upon Tweed (England), on the way to the conquete of Scotland

Hundred Years War (1337-1453): the resumption and surrender of the castle of Ventadour (Correze)
FLO4630405 Hundred Years War (1337-1453): the resumption and surrender of the castle of Ventadour (Correze), held by the Breton mercenary Geoffroy Tete Noir (died 1388)

Child disguise as Knight Don Quixote stands with a wooden horse in front of a windmill
JAB5037129 Child disguise as Knight Don Quixote stands with a wooden horse in front of a windmill. Chromolithography of the late 19th century.; (add.info)

Portrait of Ercole II of Este (1508-1559) (Hercules II) standing in armor. Detail. painting by Girolamo da Carpi (ca)
VEN5032808 Portrait of Ercole II of Este (1508-1559) (Hercules II) standing in armor. Detail. painting by Girolamo da Carpi (ca)

View of an underground room of the town of Saint-Jean-d'Acre (Akko or Saint Jean d'Acre)
VEN5031489 View of an underground room of the town of Saint-Jean-d'Acre (Akko or Saint Jean d'Acre) built at the time of the occupation of the Croises

Defile from the noble Order of the Knights of the Jarretiere - Detail: Maximilian II (1527 - 1576), German emperor
XEE5027149 Defile from the noble Order of the Knights of the Jarretiere - Detail: Maximilian II (1527 - 1576), German emperor

SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. Valladolid. Monastery of San Bernardo de Valbuena. Group of Christian soldiers riding horses
CUL4847109 SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. Valladolid. Monastery of San Bernardo de Valbuena. Group of Christian soldiers riding horses. Castilian school. 14th century

Gothic architecture. History of Charlemagne (detail): the Roland Tournament
JEB4844757 Gothic architecture. History of Charlemagne (detail): the Roland Tournament. Stained glass of the northern ambulatory, absidial. Cathedrale de Chartres.; (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

Knight of St. Louis. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis was founded in 1693 by Louis XIV
FLO4686059 Knight of St. Louis. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis was founded in 1693 by Louis XIV. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet after J

Representation Pierre de Taillac de Bayard (1475-1524) dit le Chevalier Bayard - Sculpture Galerie des Hommes illustres
JEB4944800 Representation Pierre de Taillac de Bayard (1475-1524) dit le Chevalier Bayard - Sculpture Galerie des Hommes illustres Chateau de Versailles; (add.info)

Les chevalier gourmandeurs (knights commandeurs) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de Pantagruel"
JEB4933232 Les chevalier gourmandeurs (knights commandeurs) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553)

Les chevalier gourmandeurs (knights commandeurs) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de Pantagruel"
JEB4933962 Les chevalier gourmandeurs (knights commandeurs) - engraving of 1823 in " Songes drolatiques de Pantagruel" by Francois Rabelais (1494-1553)

On 16 July 1465, a battle was fought between Louis XI and the league of the public good (engraving)
5942714 On 16 July 1465, a battle was fought between Louis XI and the league of the public good (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: On 16 July 1465)

Hennel Landschad and his wife Mia, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912627 Hennel Landschad and his wife Mia, 14th century, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Hennel Landschad von Steinach, died 1377, and his wife Mia von Sickingen)

Louis IV, the Bavarian, Holy Roman Emperor, 1282-1347, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912612 Louis IV, the Bavarian, Holy Roman Emperor, 1282-1347, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Louis IV, the Bavarian, Holy Roman Emperor, Ludwig der Bayer, 1282-1347)

Walther von Klingen jousting in a tournament, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912604 Walther von Klingen jousting in a tournament, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Walther von Klingen jousting in a tournament watched by five noble women)

Brimstone Morning at Dotheboys Hall
5614279 Brimstone Morning at Dotheboys Hall; (add.info.: Brimstone Morning at Dotheboys Hall. Mrs Squeers administering a compulsory dose of brimstone)

A German knight in armor and his lady, mid-15th century
NWI4957783 A German knight in armor and his lady, mid-15th century.; (add.info.: A German knight in armor and his lady, mid-15th century.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

A German prince and a knight, Germany 14th century
NWI4957693 A German prince and a knight, Germany 14th century.; (add.info.: A German prince and a knight, Germany 14th century.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Medieval costumes of a knight, an eveque, a noble lady and a gentleman - Medieval costume of knight, bishop, lady
NWI4956379 Medieval costumes of a knight, an eveque, a noble lady and a gentleman - Medieval costume of knight, bishop, lady, and gentleman

Knight in armor riding in heavy rain, stimulating his horse from the dish of his sword (Crusade)
PCT4262518 Knight in armor riding in heavy rain, stimulating his horse from the dish of his sword (Crusade). Cartoon by Gustave Dore circa 1850.; (add.info.: Knight in armor riding in heavy rain)

The Frankish lord Guillaume au Court-Nez kills the buckwheat chief Iaian, in Ferrande Tower in Pernes les Fontaines
PCT4256918 The Frankish lord Guillaume au Court-Nez kills the buckwheat chief Iaian, in Ferrande Tower in Pernes les Fontaines, late 13th century (fresco); © Patrice Cartier

DE SOTTO, Serafin Maria, Earl of Clonard (1793 - 1862). Historia organica de las armas de Infanteria y Caballeria
CUL4859752 DE SOTTO, Serafin Maria, Earl of Clonard (1793 - 1862). Historia organica de las armas de Infanteria y Caballeria espanolas. 1851 - 1859

Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in Le Charivari, 1873-1-31 - Republican Republique, Monarchy, Political Right
ICA4871036 Illustration of Stop (1825-1899) in Le Charivari, 1873-1-31 - Republican Republique, Monarchy, Political Right, Fleur de Lys - Marianne, Rooster

Tapestry illustrating Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475 (tapestry)
CUL4898906 Tapestry illustrating Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475 (tapestry); (add.info.: Tarquinius Priscus. ca. 1475. TARQUINIUS PRISCUS, Lucius (579 BC). King of Rome (616 BC-579 BC)

Tapestry of Pastrana. end 15th century (tapestry)
CUL4894005 Tapestry of Pastrana. end 15th century (tapestry); (add.info.: Alfonso V of Portugal, 'the African' King of Portugal Disembarkation in Asilah of 1470. GUADALAJARA. Pastrana)

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902210 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4901534 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

Costume project for the coronation of Napoleon III Engraving of 1886
JAB4119125 Costume project for the coronation of Napoleon III Engraving of 1886; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Statue of Raimond Berenger IV of Provence (1198-1245) (or Raimond de Berenger V), the knight has the rose
JEB4879667 Statue of Raimond Berenger IV of Provence (1198-1245) (or Raimond de Berenger V), the knight has the rose. Sculpture, Church of Saint John of Malta

Love scene, detail of a painted beam from the palace of Curiel de Duero, 1386-1412 - Painted woods from Curiel De Los
CUL4876749 Love scene, detail of a painted beam from the palace of Curiel de Duero, 1386-1412 - Painted woods from Curiel De Los Ajos Palace. 1386 - 1412. Detail of a polychrome beam with love scene

Knights fighters on foot, spear duel, during a tournament. The one on the left wears a crimson skirt over his armor
FLO4708217 Knights fighters on foot, spear duel, during a tournament. The one on the left wears a crimson skirt over his armor, and has three red feathers on his helm

Two knights mounted arms for fighting with the hook. Swords and spears, including a broken one
FLO4707197 Two knights mounted arms for fighting with the hook. Swords and spears, including a broken one, lie on the ground and a knight uses a long metal hook to hang his opponent's neck

Three knight mounted teams for different types of tests: the race of the arm guard with the helm
FLO4707171 Three knight mounted teams for different types of tests: the race of the arm guard with the helm, the race with round wheels and small targets and the game

Two knights mounted and teams for the shield race (left) and the grill race (right)
FLO4707159 Two knights mounted and teams for the shield race (left) and the grill race (right). The first one, without a helmet, wears a pink hatched tunic

Knights teams for the high beard game (left) and for the Italian game (right)
FLO4707111 Knights teams for the high beard game (left) and for the Italian game (right). The one on the left has yellow hatches with a black skirt and armor on the chest

Knight of the Order of the Elephant. The oldest and most important Danish order
FLO4706940 Knight of the Order of the Elephant. The oldest and most important Danish order, founded in 1462 by Christian I of Denmark (1426-1481)

Helmet show before a tournament. Knights' helmets and shields were checked for their heraldic accuracy
FLO4702959 Helmet show before a tournament. Knights' helmets and shields were checked for their heraldic accuracy. From an illustration in Georg Ruxner's Origins of the Tourney in the German

Knights performing the Torch Dance (Fackeltanz). They wear plumed helmets
FLO4703376 Knights performing the Torch Dance (Fackeltanz). They wear plumed helmets, face masks and short jackets with ribbons from the shoulder

Public expulsion of a knight from an Order of Chivalry. His armour and sword are removed, his spurs hacked off
FLO4703184 Public expulsion of a knight from an Order of Chivalry. His armour and sword are removed, his spurs hacked off, and he is rebaptized and named a traitor

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"Unveiling the Chivalrous Legacy: A Journey Through the Knight's Tales" Step into a realm of valor and honor as we embark on a captivating exploration of knights, their legends, and their enduring impact. From ancient manuscripts to iconic statues, let us delve into the rich tapestry that defines these noble warriors. In Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren, we witness an enthralling encounter between chivalry and supernatural forces. The tale unfolds with breathtaking intensity, leaving us pondering over themes of bravery and loyalty. The Ghost Story by Alfred Bestall sends shivers down our spines as we are transported to eerie medieval nights filled with spectral apparitions. This chilling narrative reminds us that even knights were not immune to encounters beyond mortal comprehension. The Lindisfarne Gospels, created between 715-721, showcase intricate illuminations depicting scenes from biblical stories intertwined with motifs inspired by knightly culture. These masterpieces serve as testaments to both religious devotion and the influence of knighthood in medieval society. The Bayeux Tapestry immortalizes one of history's most pivotal moments - the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Woven meticulously through vibrant threads is a visual chronicle capturing every triumph and tragedy faced by knights on this fateful day. Medieval English shield designs offer glimpses into individual heraldic identities borne proudly upon shields during battles. Each emblem tells a unique story reflecting family lineage or personal achievements – symbols etched onto armor representing courage amidst chaos. Standing tall at the Bruce Monument at Bannockburn is a statue honoring Robert the Bruce – Scotland's legendary knight who fought valiantly for independence against English oppression. His unwavering determination continues to inspire generations even today. As dawn breaks on Agincourt in 1415, we witness an imminent clash between two mighty armies; it is here that King Henry V leads his outnumbered troops against all odds.