Shield Collection (page 21)

Poster, Carcassonne, France Date: 1930

James Henry
Caricature of James Henry by Philippe Ledoux Date: circa 1930

A. S. Knight Ltd Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for A. S. Knight Ltd. accredited agents for a number of artists listed in the lower portion. The image shows a knight riding a strong war horse

Illustration, Knights at Arms, boys fighting using household objects Date: 1930s

Gothic Chimneypiece Design
A lithographic plate produced by Day and Sons, showing a design for a chimneypiece in the gothic style, with a segmented flower border and shield symbols in the top corners. Date: circa 1855

Cartoon, Britannia, a Presentiment
Political cartoon, Britannia, a Presentiment - with all these rumours about I'd better look to my weapons Date: 1891

Music sheet, Rule Britannia, as solo and chorus
Music sheet, patriotic song Rule Britannia, as solo and chorus, composed by Dr Arne, with musical notation Date: 19th century

Cartoon, Britannia, Her Empire and Foes Date: early 19th century

Advert, Allcock's Corn Shield, plasters for corns and bunions. Date: 1888

History of Africa. Native Bondei people of Bonde
History of Africa. 19th century. Native Bondei people of Bonde. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Warriors in a canoe navigating the Aruwimi River
History of Africa. 19th century. Warriors in a canoe navigating the Aruwimi River. Engraving by Hildibrand. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

History of Africa. The Congo. Indigenous armed for warfare
History of Africa. 19th century. Indigenous armed for warfare. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Turkish troops from 1540-1580. Historia de Turquia, 1840. Engraving by Lemaitre and Masson. Historia de Turquia, by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver, 1840

War and Peace
An illustration depicting a man in armour, wielding a sword and shield, the embodiment of war, standing beside his opposite, an angelic winged woman, symbolising peace

British Dominions General Insurance Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for the British Dominions General Insurance Co. Ltd, promoting the All-in household insurance policy

Union Castle Line, RMS Pretoria Castle - instruments
Union Castle Line, RMS Pretoria Castle, later SA Oranje - rare collection of brass engine room instruments together with the ship's bulkhead clock, fixed to an oak shield-shaped panel. 32 inches

Oxford and Cambridge Blues and Half-Blues Date: 1921

Chivalry, illustration of Knight by George Barraud, illustrator. Knight in armour, carrying lance, on horse wearing tapestry, with crest and shield, bottom left

Scottish female dancer, kilt, sporran, sword, shield
Costumed Scottish female dancer, in kilt, fox face sporran, holding sword and round shield. Theatrical portrait, captioned Scotch dancer at Olympia'. Date: 1895

The Tube Railways of London - group photo of workmen, with greathead shield driving a station tunnel, the ends of the hydraulic rams pressing on flange of furthest ring Date: 1909

Price's rotary digger and greathead shield
Front view of Price's combined rotary digger and greathead shield with six revolving arms and removal buckets Date: 1909

Peter Cornelius, Danish opera singer, tenor (and baritone in his earlier career), seen here in a Wagnerian role Date: 1910

Paul Franz, French opera singer, tenor Date: 1910

Minnie Saltzmann-Stevens, American opera singer
Madame Minnie Saltzmann-Stevens, American opera singer, soprano, in the role of Brunnhilde Date: 1910

Middle Ages. Wood mantlet on wheels. Engraving by Serra
Middle Ages. Mantlet. Large shield or portable shelter used for stopping projectiles. Wood mantlet on wheels. Engraving by Serra. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

Conquest of Majorca by king James I of Aragon
Conquest of the island of Majorca by Christian king James I of Aragon. He landed on the beach of Santa Ponsa at midnight on September 10, 1229. Troops reaching the coast. Lithography

Northern Barbarians. Engraving. Later colouration
Ancient Age. Northern Barbarians. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

Rodeleros (shield bearers). Spanish troops, 16th century
Rodeleros (shield bearers). Spanish troops in the early 16th century. They were equipped with swords and steel shields or bucklers, known as rodela

Christian Knight. Engraving from a codex of the 14th century
Middle Ages. Christian Knight. Engraving from a codex of the 14th century. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Iberian Peninsula. Castilian soldiers
Iberian Peninsula. Castilian Soldiers. Medieval period. Engraving after a devotional book of the 14th century. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Alfonso III of Aragon (1265-1291). King of Aragon
Alfonso III of Aragon (1265-1291), called the Liberal or the Free. King of Aragon and Count of Barcelona (as Alfons II) from 1285. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Peter III of Aragon (c. 1239-1285). Engraving
Peter III of Aragon (c. 1239-1285). King of Aragon, King of Valencia (as Peter I) and Count of Barcelona (as Peter II). Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Peter II of Aragon (1178-1213). King of Aragon and Count of Barcelona from 1196 to 1213. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

11th century warrior. Engraving. Later colouration
Middle Ages. 11th century warrior. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Carthaginian soldier. Engraving by Serra. Later colouration
Carthaginian soldier. Engraving by Serra. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

History of Spain. Battle of Covadonga, 722. It was the first victory won by Christian military forces in Iberia after the Islamic conquest of Hispania. Illustration by Fernando Miranda

Diomedes, assisted by Minerva, wounds Mars by Tegeo
Rafael Tegeo (1798-1856). Spanish painter. Diomedes, assisted by Minerva, wounds Mars, 1831. Museum of Fine Arts. Murcia. Murcia Region. Spain. Date: 2019

Battle of Arbelas or Battle of Gaugamela - Jose del Castillo
Battle of Arbelas or Battle of Gaugamela (331 BC). Combat between Alexander the Great and the Persian King Darius III. Painting by Jose del Castillo (1737-1793). Detail

Tower Bridge, Masonry Arch over Northern Abutment Date: circa 1892

Viking ship, longboat, original artwork

Aboriginal Shield Design
This design was adapted from a shield in Cairns, north Queensland, representing a section of a continuous design for borders to hanging shades, curtains, cushions etc. Date: circa 1925

Central Australian Shield Design
An aboriginal design for a shield from central Australia, suitable for application to cushions. Date: circa 1925

Golmary Shield Design
A design taken from a Golmary Shield, in North Queensland, suitable for application to mats and cushions. Date: circa 1925

Pikan Shield Design
A design taken from a Pikan shield, an aboriginal work, from Russell River, North Queensland. This design would be suitable for a mat, chair or sofa cover. Date: circa 1925

Penfold's Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Penfolds Artists Materials, based in Sydney. The shield shaped image shows a group of people observing some paintings in a gallery. Date: circa 1923

Worthington's India Pale Ale (Green coloured shield)

Bristol - Cabot Tower and the Clifton Suspension Bridge (viewed from the Observatory). Date: 1910

Types ofantique armour
Types of antique armour - 1. roundel (shield), 2. target, 3. lead mallet used by archers, 4. iron mace used by cavalry, 5. black bill in armoury of Canterbury Town Hall, 6

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Unyielding Protection: Tracing the Legacy of Shields Through History" Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe: A fierce warrior queen, her shield symbolized her indomitable spirit and unwavering determination. Rembrandt van Rijn's "A Man in Armour": This captivating painting immortalizes a knight with his trusty shield, showcasing the significance of this defensive tool throughout centuries. Battle of Hastings IC008_018: Amidst the chaos and bloodshed, shields became an essential line of defense for soldiers fighting for their lives on that fateful day in history. St. Marks Church and cobbles of the Square in Zagreb, Croatia: Here stands a testament to shields' enduring presence as they were once wielded by valiant knights who protected their lands and people. Anfield Road Football Stadium - Home of Liverpool FC: In modern times, fans unite under one emblematic shield to support their beloved team, reflecting unity and loyalty within football culture. King Harold's Foot Soldiers with Spears and Battle Axes (Bayeux Tapestry): The intricate tapestry captures warriors brandishing their shields while defending England during one of its most pivotal moments. Medieval English Shield Designs: Richly adorned with symbols representing honor, family lineage, or religious beliefs; these designs showcased both strength and individuality on medieval battlefields. The Statue of Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn Monument: Standing tall amidst Scotland's historic battlegrounds is a tribute to bravery where shields played an integral role in securing victory against adversity. Angels of Mons Cover Design for Piano Music : Inspired by folklore surrounding World War I battles, this artwork encapsulates how soldiers found solace behind imaginary angelic shields during times when hope seemed scarce. Roman Infantry Practising Combat J050053 .