Swords Collection (page 4)

Music. Opera. The dwarf Mime and Siegfried in the forge. Illustration in: Siegfried, opera by Richard Wagner (1876)
3434048 Music. Opera. The dwarf Mime and Siegfried in the forge. Illustration in: Siegfried, opera by Richard Wagner (1876), Germany, c.1910 (postcard); (add.info.: Opera. Coll. Part. Music. Opera)

Medieval Knights in Mortal Combat, from La Leyenda Del Cid pub. c.1880 (print)
3742809 Medieval Knights in Mortal Combat, from La Leyenda Del Cid pub. c.1880 (print) by Spanish School, (19th century)

"The Good Folk Songs" 1928 (print)
7211520 "The Good Folk Songs" 1928 (print); (add.info.: Cover of the fascicle "Les Bonnes Chansons Populaire" 1928 - a monthly Catholic musical and literary magazine)

Tribal Gods - national symbols for which men would die - of the 19th century. (print)
7420063 Tribal Gods - national symbols for which men would die - of the 19th century. (print); (add.info.: Tribal Gods - national symbols for which men would die - of the 19th century)

Suicide of Brutus. (print)
7420025 Suicide of Brutus. (print); (add.info.: Suicide of Marcus Junius Brutus by falling on his sword after his defeat in the second Battle of Philippi, October 23, 42 BC)

Equity or the sailor's prayer before the battle
MMM5481797 Equity or the sailor's prayer before the battle by Tegg, Thomas (1776-1845) ; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Fairness or the sailor's prayer before the battle)

Sarah Bernhardt in the play Les bouffons, 1905
JAB4119087 Sarah Bernhardt in the play Les bouffons, 1905; (add.info.: Henriette Rosine Bernard called Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923) in the play " Les bouffons"

Surrender of Napoleon III to Prussians after Battle of Sedan with Wilhelm I (lithograph)
7243354 Surrender of Napoleon III to Prussians after Battle of Sedan with Wilhelm I (lithograph); Private Collection; (add.info)

The young page presents a package of Blecao, cocoa drink
JAB5037032 The young page presents a package of Blecao, cocoa drink.; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Hooker's Staff officers play at sword fight
3056297 Hooker's Staff officers play at sword fight; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War; General Joseph Hooker's Staff officers play at sword fight); © Don Troiani

Portrait of Charles Daniel, count of Talleyrand-Perigord (painting)
1759813 Portrait of Charles Daniel, count of Talleyrand-Perigord (painting); (add.info.: Charles Daniel, count of Talleyrand-Perigord (1734-1788) father of Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand

Portrait of Francisco Lopez BALLESTEROS (1770-1833), 19th century (engraving)
AIS5359490 Portrait of Francisco Lopez BALLESTEROS (1770-1833), 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: a Spanish military and politician who participated in the war of independence against)

Gladiator fights during an imperial meal - Photo by "enciclopedia illustrata divulgativa tedesca (Carlsruhe), 1825
FGL5483177 Gladiator fights during an imperial meal - Photo by "enciclopedia illustrata divulgativa tedesca (Carlsruhe), 1825; Fototeca Gilardi

The naval captain, in the Royal Navy, in the 18th century. Etching in colors, 1799, by Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)
MMM5482525 The naval captain, in the Royal Navy, in the 18th century. Etching in colors, 1799, by Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

WW2 Volga Tartar Volunteers armshield, c. 1939-45 (object)
7177607 WW2 Volga Tartar Volunteers armshield, c. 1939-45 (object); Private Collection; (add.info.: Volga Tartar Volunteers cloth armshield)

The Cat Boot. circa 1910 (engraving)
6437821 The Cat Boot. circa 1910 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Litterature. Tales of fees. The cat boots and the king)

Madonna with Child between the saints Michael and Peter martyr, c.1510 (tempera on panel)
7294094 Madonna with Child between the saints Michael and Peter martyr, c.1510 (tempera on panel); Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Prato

Life and adventures of Paul Jones, the pirate. Capturing the Mellish'
7339236 Life and adventures of Paul Jones, the pirate. Capturing the Mellish'. Jones attacked by the coast-guard, while landing a cargo of contraband goods

History of the Pirates...of all nations. The Buccaneers of South America, 1836 (print)
7295354 History of the Pirates...of all nations. The Buccaneers of South America, 1836 (print) by British School, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London

A shower of meteors seen as knights fighting with swords
5309970 A shower of meteors seen as knights fighting with swords; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a shower of meteors seen as knights fighting with swords, Basel, Switzerland)

Sword inscribed and decorated with inlays. 5th-4th centuries BC. Eastern Zhou dynasty (770-256 BC)
BEN5473845 Sword inscribed and decorated with inlays. 5th-4th centuries BC. Eastern Zhou dynasty (770-256 BC). Bronze, inlaid, jade, gold (metal), turquoise from Liyu (China). Paris, Guimet Museum

Stele of Niederdollendorf, 7th century
AIS5389275 Stele of Niederdollendorf, 7th century; Rheinisches Landesmuseum, Bonn, Germany; (add.info.: Nordic civilization : stele of Niederdollendorf)

Handle of the sword of Duke Arthur Wellesley of Wellington (1769-1852) during the Spanish War of Independence
AIS5351839 Handle of the sword of Duke Arthur Wellesley of Wellington (1769-1852) during the Spanish War of Independence (1808-1814) (photo); Museo del Ejercito, Madrid, Spain; © Iberfoto

Statue of Saint Paul, 14th century (sculpture)
8617836 Statue of Saint Paul, 14th century (sculpture); Cite de l'architecture et du patrimoine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Statue of Saint Paul)

History. Constable of France Bertrand Du Guesclin. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store
3434256 History. Constable of France Bertrand Du Guesclin. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France, c.1900 (postcard); (add.info.: Coll. Part. History)

Letter Q: Don Quixote (Quijote), beg 20th century (chromolithograph)
DUV4204142 Letter Q: Don Quixote (Quijote), beg 20th century (chromolithograph); 25x17.5 cm; (add.info.: Drolatic album (abecedary). Series number 4 in Albums-chromo on canvas

Arms of Death - Arms for Life: Two young men forging swords into ploughshares
528526 Arms of Death - Arms for Life: Two young men forging swords into ploughshares. Italian 1918 poster for the Victory Loan. Ending of World War I 1914-1918

Kings of the Nasrid Dynasty. Fresco decorating the hall of kings or courtroom of the Alhambra
AIS5353243 Kings of the Nasrid Dynasty. Fresco decorating the hall of kings or courtroom of the Alhambra (monuments of Islamic architecture in Granada) also calls "the red" (fresco)

Copper alloy swords
3330395 Copper alloy swords; (add.info.: Copper alloy swords, which were standard equipment of Assyrian soldiers. Dated 16th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Brennus putting his sword in the balance, 390 BC, 18th (oil on canvas)
JEB4901567 Brennus putting his sword in the balance, 390 BC, 18th (oil on canvas); 43x65 cm; Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

Captain of the Royal Navy in the 18th century, 1799 (etching)
MMM5482494 Captain of the Royal Navy in the 18th century, 1799 (etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Captain)

Front section of the sarcophagus of Guglielmo Berardi da Narbona, killed in the Battle of Campaldino in 1289
BEN85024 Front section of the sarcophagus of Guglielmo Berardi da Narbona, killed in the Battle of Campaldino in 1289, Italian (stone); Chiostro dei Morti, Santissima Annunziata, Florence

Japanese Samurai in combat position with raised sword, c.1860 (photo)
ELD4834597 Japanese Samurai in combat position with raised sword, c.1860 (photo); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive

The War in Schleswig: the Battle of Over-Selk - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: the Battle of Over-Selk - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. The Battle of Konigshugel, also known as the Battle of Ober-Selk

"Miguel el Musrab, Sheikh of the Anazeh Tribe", by Carl Haag…, Water-colour Society, 1862. Creator: Unknown
"Miguel el Musrab, Sheikh of the Anazeh Tribe", by Carl Haag, in the Winter Exhibition of the Water-colour Society, 1862

Group of the Police Force newly organised in Bengal, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Group of the Police Force newly organised in Bengal, 1864. Engraving from a photograph. The group consists of the district Superintendent, two Inspectors, a head constable, a constable, and a sowar

In the Borodino Museum, Borodino, 1911. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
In the Borodino Museum, Borodino, 1911

A party of Wuzurees crossing the Indus on water-jars, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
A party of Wuzurees crossing the Indus on water-jars, 1864. The readiness shown by the natives of India in making the most of the means at their disposal is quite a national characteristic

The Gathering of the Highland Clans at Braemar Castle, in the presence of the Prince and... 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Gathering of the Highland Clans at Braemar Castle, in the presence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr

Morga, the lady of AVALON
Paulo Dias

Bird
Sima Bivolarska

Samuel of Ugglas (1750-1812), count, governor, president of the chamber... c1780. Creator: Ulrika Fredrika Pasch
Samuel af Ugglas (1750-1812), count, governor, president of the chamber collegium, one of the lords of the realm, c1780

Portrait of a Spanish Nobleman, c16th century. Creator: School of Antonis Mor
Portrait of a Spanish Nobleman, c16th century

Oskar I, 1799-1859, King of Sweden and Norway, c1830s. Creator: Fredric Westin
Oskar I, 1799-1859, King of Sweden and Norway, c1830s

Oscar I, 1799-1859, c1830s. Creator: Fredric Westin
Oscar I, 1799-1859, c1830s

The Lion Hunt, 1855. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
The Lion Hunt, 1855

Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul, 1661. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul, 1661. Here, Rembrandt is about 55. In this portrait he represents St Paul, the apostle, identified by his usual attributes: a manuscript and a sword

The Regalia. - 3, c1911. Creator: Unknown
The Regalia. - 3, c1911. 1. Spiritual Sceptre (William IV); 2. Temporal Sword of Justice; 3. Sword of Mercy (Sheathed); 4. Temporal Sceptre (William IV); 5. Sword of Spiritual Justice; 6

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"Swords: A Timeless Symbol of Power and Valor" From the iconic battle cries of "Scotland for Ever" to the heroic charge of the Scots Greys at Waterloo, they have played a pivotal role in shaping history. Whether it was The Light Dragoons from 1790 to 1992 or the gallant warriors donning Ancient Roman costumes, these blades were more than mere weapons – they represented honor and courage. The Staffordshire Regiment, known for their unwavering loyalty, carried swords that embodied their indomitable spirit. And in Down to the Dregs, an artwork capturing life in 1880s England, we catch a glimpse of how they were an integral part of society's fabric. In Paolo Uccello's masterpiece depicting The Battle of San Romano from c1438, we witness the sheer artistry behind wielding a sword amidst chaos. JMW Turner's painting titled The Angel Standing in the Sun showcases not only his mastery but also highlights how swords could be seen as divine instruments. Tsukioka Yoshitoshi's Fudo Myoo Threatening a Novice reminds us that these blades held both power and danger. Arthur Wellesley, better known as Duke of Wellington, exemplified this duality during his leadership from 1814-1815. Herbert Norris' portrayal of Boadicea portrays a Celtic Chieftainess with her sword raised high – symbolizing resistance against oppression. Even playing cards like Goodall & Son Ltd. 's King of Spades recognized the regality associated with these weapons. Lastly, John Pettie's artwork called The Vigil captures a moment frozen in time where soldiers stand guard with swords drawn – ready to defend what they hold dear. Through centuries and across cultures, they have remained steadfast symbols embodying strength and bravery. These timeless artifacts continue to captivate our imagination while reminding us that sometimes it takes more than words alone to shape the course of history.