Crossbowmen Collection

Crossbowmen in helmets, chaimnail armor, tunics, loading their weapons
6340129 Crossbowmen in helmets, chaimnail armor, tunics, loading their weapons by Villain (19th century); (add.info.: Crossbowmen in helmets, chaimnail armor, tunics, loading their weapons)

The Ommegang in Brussels on 31st May 1615: Procession of Notre Dame de Sablon
3512977 The Ommegang in Brussels on 31st May 1615: Procession of Notre Dame de Sablon (oil on canvas) by Alsloot, Denys van (1570-1628); 132x386 cm; Prado, Madrid

Ms 5089-90 The Siege of Jerusalem by the Christians during one of the Crusades
CHT165852 Ms 5089-90 The Siege of Jerusalem by the Christians during one of the Crusades, from Chroniques des empereurs by David Aubert, 1462 (vellum) by Brabant School

Ms Lat 156b Fol. 167 St. Peter, from the Hours of Marguerite d Orleans, c
BNP159908 Ms Lat 156b Fol.167 St. Peter, from the Hours of Marguerite d Orleans, c.1426 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eBibliotheque Nationale

Battle of Crecy in 1346, copy of Froissarts Chronicles (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT207710 Battle of Crecy in 1346, copy of Froissarts Chronicles (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

Two 15Th Century French Crossbowmen, One Firing His Weapon, The Other Loading It With A Windlass, Both Protected By Pavises. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

Military costume: archers and crossbowman in 1312
Archers and crossbowman in 1312. Date: 1312

The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian (oil on panel)
XIR165896 The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian (oil on panel) by Signorelli, Luca (c.1450-1523); Pinacoteca Comunale, Citta di Castello, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Banquet of the Crossbowmens Guild in Celebration of the Treaty of Munster, 1648
XOS1109237 Banquet of the Crossbowmens Guild in Celebration of the Treaty of Munster, 1648 (oil on canvas) by Helst, Bartolomeus van der (1613-70); 232x547 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Crossbowman
A 16th century French crossbowman

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Crossbowmen, clad in helmets and chainmail armor, stand proudly in their tunics as they prepare to unleash their deadly weapons. These skilled warriors are captured in various historical artworks and depictions throughout the ages. In the Ommegang procession of Notre Dame de Sablon on 31st May 1615, these crossbowmen march with determination and precision, showcasing their importance in medieval warfare. Their presence is also felt during the Siege of Jerusalem by Christians during one of the Crusades, as depicted in Ms 5089-90. The crossbowmen's role becomes even more evident when observing military costumes from 1312 or witnessing the Battle of Crecy in 1346 through a black-and-white photograph. One cannot ignore the intricate details found within frescoes like those displayed in the Hall of Battles depicting the fierce clash at La Higueruela in 1431. Here, crossbowmen take center stage alongside archers, demonstrating their strategic significance on ancient battlefields. The artistry surrounding these formidable fighters extends beyond combat scenes. In Les Artes Au Moyen Age published Paris 1873, two French it can portrayed: one firing his weapon while another loads it with a windlass - both protected by pavises shields. This image showcases not only their skill but also highlights the ingenuity behind their weaponry. Even religious paintings pay homage to these brave individuals; for instance, The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian depicts him bound to a tree while being pierced by arrows shot from a crossbowman's weapon. Outside of war-related contexts, we find moments where crossbowmen gather together for celebration and camaraderie. The Banquet of Crossbowmens Guild commemorates the Treaty of Munster in 1648 – an event that brought peace after years of conflict.