Arrow Collection (page 2)

A Battle of Kawanakajima, Japan, Sengoku Period - Shinano Province (modern Ngano). Five major battles between 1553 and 1564. Artist Utagawa Yoshikazu (active 1848-1863) 1857

Death of William Rufus
WIlliam II, King of England, lies dying in the New Forest, having been struck by a stray arrow fired by Walter Tyrell, Lord of Poix while out hunting Date: August 1100

The Laidly Worm of Spindleston Heugh, 1881 (oil on canvas)
FFA151968 The Laidly Worm of Spindleston Heugh, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); 74.5x169.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Princess Margaret was the Laidly Worm; )

Amazons of the Bow: A Sketch at an Archery Meeting (coloured engraving)
729474 Amazons of the Bow: A Sketch at an Archery Meeting (coloured engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amazons of the Bow: A Sketch at an Archery Meeting)

Curare, Chondrodendron tomentosum
Curare, Parreira brava or abutua, Chondrodendron tomentosum. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

The passing of Robin Hood
LLM456356 The passing of Robin Hood by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The passing of Robin Hood)

Jonathan and David
LLM338909 Jonathan and David by Morris, Philip Richard (1838-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jonathan and David. National Comprehensive Family Bible by John Eadie (c 1870)

Bayeux Tapestry 1067: William of Normandy (William I, the Conqueror) at Battle of Hastings, 14 October 1066, raises his helmet to show his followers that he is still alive

Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional hunting attire
HOKUSAI: SIX SAMURAI, 1817. Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional hunting attire. Woodblock print, 1817, from the Manga of Katsushika Hokusai

Aylesbury Prison Laundry
Interior of laundry at Aylesbury prison. Uniformed women handle the washing on trolleys and in baskets which bear the convict arrow insignia. Date: circa 1900

Diana and Panther
Diana the Huntress, with her pet panther

Egyptian palm tree, 16th century artwork. The fruits of this palm tree are being harvested. The palm tree most commonly cultivated in this way is the date palm tree, which has sweet edible fruit

1916 Pierce Arrow
Automobile (Cars). 1916 Pierce Arrow automobile oparked outside

Sugar Cane field - Barbados
A Sugar Cane field in flower ( in arrow ) and local Bajan workmen in Barbados, West Indies

Tutbury Castle
Queen Marys Tower, Tutbury Castle, Staffordshire, where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned in 1569. Built by Henry de Ferrers (1070s), later owned by Wulfric Spot

Crossing the Divide or Thirsty Trappers Making a Rush for the River, c. 1837 (w / c on paper)
5310546 Crossing the Divide or Thirsty Trappers Making a Rush for the River, c.1837 (w/c on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); 21.6x29.3 cm; Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska

Prometheus relaeased from his chains by Hercules (chromolitho)
968390 Prometheus relaeased from his chains by Hercules (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prometheus relaeased from his chains by Hercules)

Ranjit Singh (1780-1839) Maharajah of the Punjab (pencil, gouache & w / c on paper)
NAM195161 Ranjit Singh (1780-1839) Maharajah of the Punjab (pencil, gouache & w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Medieval men playing the archery game of Popinjay, firing arrows at a target bird on a tree decorated with ribbons and gloves, while others share echaudes, a type of sweet bread from Aveyron

Natives of the island of Formosa (Taiwan), depicted as headhunters and cannibals, 1820s. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique

Venus Verticordia (Venus the changer of hearts) - Oeuvre de Dante Gabriel Rossetti
FIA5401925 Venus Verticordia (Venus the changer of hearts) - Oeuvre de Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1828-1882), 1868 - Watercolour, Gouache on Paper, 67x59 - Private Collection by Rossetti

The Education of Achilles by the Centaur Chiron (engraving)
880511 The Education of Achilles by the Centaur Chiron (engraving) by Bervic, Charles-Clement (1756-1822); 57.8x43.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Siege scene, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Siege scene, c1260, (1843). Copy of a manuscript illustration showing a party preparing to attempt the breach which has been made in the tower

WW2 Valentines Day card, You are my target
WW2 Valentines Day card (inside), You are my target for today. Date: circa 1942

WASHINGTON D. C. : ARCHERY. Four young women from the Marjorie Webster school identified
WASHINGTON D.C.: ARCHERY. Four young women from the Marjorie Webster school identified as Louise Walraven, Imogene Koonce, Helyn Braskie and Helen Ackerman examining an archery target

LAS VEGAS: PAIUTE MAN, c1873. Enuintsigaip (One of the Ancients), a Paiute Native American from Las Vegas, guide to John Wesley Powell. Photograph by John K. Hillers, c1873

Archery at Ranelagh. H A Cox, champion archer of England. 23 May 1929

A Ladies Archery Match in Regents Park
A lady prepares her bow and arrow at an archery match in the Royal Toxophilite Societys Grounds in Regents Park, London

Take Cover by Renee Charron
Humorous illustration by Renee Charron depicting a young, glamorous woman in fur coat, evening gown and winter boots fleeing in fright as she notices Cupid attempting to shoot her with his bow

Pen-and-ink drawing by Albert Edward Sterner, 1886
ARCHERY, 1886. Pen-and-ink drawing by Albert Edward Sterner, 1886

Man and Woman of Cacongo on the coast of Angola (formerly part of the Congo, Central Africa). A book of national types and costumes from the early 19th century

Clan Mackinnon
Clan MAC KINNON engaged in archery practice

Boy doing archery, Forges-les-Eaux, Seine Maritime, France, Europe

Hurstmonceaux Castle
Situated on the edge of the Pevensey Levels, Sussex, the magnificent Hurstmonceaux Castle was built in 1450, one of the finest red brick fortresses in Britain

Confusing street signs in Lower Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Buddhas Archery Skill
SIDDHARTHA GAUTAMA, known as the BUDDHA ( Enlightened One ) He shows that he is a whizz with bow and arrow, thus laying the foundations of Zen in the Art of Archery

Classical Myth / Amazon
With bow and arrow

Diana, The Huntress (oil on canvas)
3588593 Diana, The Huntress (oil on canvas) by Seignac, Guillaume (1870-1924); 56x46 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

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Portrait of a young Man as Saint Sebastian, 1533. Creator: Agnolo Bronzino
Portrait of a young Man as Saint Sebastian, 1533.

Venus and Cupid, 1606. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Venus and Cupid, 1606.

Portrait of Madame Bouret as Diana, 1745. Creator: Jean-Marc Nattier
Portrait of Madame Bouret as Diana, 1745.

Saint Sebastian (verso), 1480. Creator: Master of the Magdalen Legend
Saint Sebastian (verso), 1480.

Holding the Pass for Hearth and Home (litho)
8625981 Holding the Pass for Hearth and Home (litho) by Walker, H. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holding the Pass for Hearth and Home)

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In the year 1947, a couple strolled arm in arm along a bustling railway platform. The magnificent locomotive known as the 'Golden Arrow' stood proudly beside them, ready to transport passengers from London to Dover. This iconic train served as a gateway to adventure, carrying travelers who would catch the ferry to Calais and embark on their journey through France. Centuries earlier, in 1415, the Battle of Agincourt unfolded in France. Archers took their positions at the forefront of this historic clash between English and French forces. With arrows poised and bows drawn tautly, they awaited the signal that would unleash their deadly projectiles upon their enemies. Behind them stood an imposing cavalry, ready to charge into battle. Fast forward to 1914 when an American advertisement by J. C. Leyendecker showcased Arrow shirt collars. This clever marketing campaign captured attention with its stylish depiction of men donning these fashionable accessories. It was a time when fashion trends were shifting and collar styles played a significant role in defining one's sartorial elegance. Archery has long been associated with Scottish heritage and Clan Murray is no exception. Skilled archers from this clan demonstrated their prowess with bows and arrows, showcasing both precision and strength as they aimed for distant targets. Traveling across continents brings us to Tamil Nadu in India where arrow-shaped signs guide visitors towards restrooms or toilets - an essential aspect of any traveler's journey. These Indic scripts serve as helpful indicators amidst unfamiliar surroundings. The imagery of Cupid wielding his bow and arrow is synonymous with love itself - Eros personified through artistry like Stothard's portrayal captures hearts worldwide. Maharaja Ranjit Singh graces our historical portraits gallery; his regal presence symbolizes power and authority reminiscent of an arrow piercing through its intended target. Returning once more to Leyendecker's advertisements, we find ourselves transported back to 1916.