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Italian infantry soldier with lance and sword, 15th century
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Italian infantry soldier with lance and sword, 15th century
Italian infantry soldier with lance and sword, 15th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries, Levy Fils, Paris, 1860
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15thcentury Camillebonnard Codpiece Doublet Lance Paulmercuri Scabbard Shirt
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1. Title: "A 15th Century Italian Infantry Soldier: An Exemplar of Military Fashion and Combat Readiness" This handcolored illustration, drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard, offers a glimpse into the rich historical tapestry of the Italian infantry during the 15th century. The image showcases a proud and determined soldier, clad in the armor and attire that epitomized the era's military fashion and combat readiness. The soldier is depicted wearing a doublet, a fitted garment that hugged the body and was often made of wool or linen. Over the doublet, he dons a shirt, which could be made of linen or cotton, and a brayette, a type of linen or wool fabric used for undergarments. The soldier's codpiece, a distinctive feature of the time, is secured to the front of his doublet. The soldier's most notable weapons are his lance and sword. The lance, a long, pointed spear, was used for thrusting attacks at a distance. The sword, worn in a scabbard at his side, was a versatile weapon for both slashing and stabbing. The soldier's armor, which includes a gorget, a protective plate for the throat, and a pauldron, a shoulder guard, demonstrates the importance of protection in battle. This illustration, taken from "Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries" by Levy Fils, Paris, 1860, is a testament to the intricacies of military fashion and the practicality of clothing during the 15th century. It serves as a reminder of the rich history and the evolution of military attire and weaponry. The soldier's stoic expression and battle-ready stance convey the unwavering courage and determination that characterized the Italian infantry of the time.
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