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Tilting at a living quintain, 14th century
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Tilting at a living quintain, 14th century
Boy with lance titling at a living quintain, attempting to push a man in armour with shield off a stool, 14th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England, Chatto and Windus, London, 1876
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Armour Illuminated Joust Lance Living Manuscript Pastimes Quintain Shield Stool Strutt Tournament 14th
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This handcoloured lithograph, created by Joseph Strutt in 1876, depicts a thrilling moment from the 14th century pastime of tilting at a living quintain. In this game, a young boy, dressed in the attire of the era, boldly approaches a man in full armor, mounted on a stool and shielding himself with a large wooden shield. The boy, determined and focused, raises his lance high and charges forward, aiming to knock the man off his perch. The man, in turn, attempts to maintain his balance and deflect the boy's attack with his shield. The scene is reminiscent of medieval jousting tournaments, where knights on horseback would engage in combat against each other, demonstrating their skill, strength, and courage. However, tilting at a living quintain was a more accessible and less dangerous version of this grand spectacle, allowing commoners to participate and enjoy the thrill of the game. The intricate details in this illustration, taken from Strutt's comprehensive work "Sports and Pastimes of the People of England," provide a vivid glimpse into the rich history and culture of medieval England. The meticulous use of handcolour further enhances the image, bringing the scene to life and transporting us back in time to an era of chivalry, bravery, and sport.
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