Bouclier Collection (#3)

Portrait of Geoffrey of Villehardouin (1150-1228), French historian and knight
XEE556121 Portrait of Geoffrey of Villehardouin (1150-1228), French historian and knight. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Persian Wars / Battle of Thermopylae 480 BC. The Spartan king Leonidas
XEE557563 Persian Wars / Battle of Thermopylae 480 BC. The Spartan king Leonidas and his men fall in the battle. by French School

Vulcan forging the armour of Achilles (fresco)
AII78741 Vulcan forging the armour of Achilles (fresco) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546) (and workshop); Palazzo Ducale & Museo, Mantua, Lombardy, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The lion leaving for the war (Le lions en allant en guerre) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4214480 The lion leaving for the war (Le lions en allant en guerre) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Amphora decorated with a representation of the goddess Athena
LRI4589420 Amphora decorated with a representation of the goddess Athena, from the Tomb of the Warrior of Vulci, 550-500 BC (terracotta) by Etruscan, (6th century BC); Villa Giulia, Rome

Bartklime Linck, Swiss clown, 1533 - Lithography based on an illustration by Edmond Lechevallier-Chevignard (1825-1902)
FLO4616981 Bartklime Linck, Swiss clown, 1533 - Lithography based on an illustration by Edmond Lechevallier-Chevignard (1825-1902), from " Costumes historiques des 16e

French destroyer Dehorter, Patras, Greece, WW1
French destroyer Dehorter (Bouclier class), in the port of Patras, Greece, during the First World War (17 September 1917). Date: 1917

Medusa shield (painted plaster relief)
XAM70781 Medusa shield (painted plaster relief) by Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901); diameter 6 cm; Kunsthaus, Zurich, Switzerland; Swiss, out of copyright

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"Bouclier: A Symbol of Power and Protection Throughout History" Throughout the ages, the bouclier, or shield, has played a significant role in human history. From ancient Rome to medieval battles and beyond, this emblem of strength and defense has captivated warriors and artists alike. In Ancient Rome, captured enemies were often harnessed with their own boucliers as a sign of defeat. This practice showcased the power dynamics prevalent during those times. An 1866 colored engraving vividly captures this scene, reminding us of the brutality that existed on the battlefield. Moving forward to 732 AD, we witness The Battle of Poitiers through an oil painting from 1837. Here, shields are raised high as soldiers clash in a fight for dominance, and is within these moments that one can truly appreciate the significance placed upon these protective barriers. The legendary tale of Saint George slaying the dragon comes alive in a polychrome relief dating back to c. 1475-1500. In this stunning artwork made from wood, we see Saint George wielding his sword while sheltered behind his trusty bouclier - an embodiment of courage against formidable foes. Journeying further into history brings us to William the Conqueror's conquest of England in 1066 depicted on Bayeux Tapestry or Embroidery created by Queen Mathilde herself in 1077. Amongst scenes depicting Norman cavalry loading Saxon infantry lies intricate detail showcasing shields held firmly by both sides—a testament to their essential role on any battlefield. Even outside combat scenarios, shields have been celebrated throughout various cultures worldwide. François Emile Ehrmann's painting from Clermont Ferrand portrays Vercingetorix—an influential Gallic leader—holding his ornate bouclier with pride during ancient times. As seen in Dr. Jules Ferrario's "Le costume ancien et moderne, " published between 1819 and 1920, shields were not limited to the battlefield.