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Battleaxe Collection (#2)

In the midst of a fierce battle, the clash of steel against steel reverberates through the air

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Native American war implements (chromolitho)

Native American war implements (chromolitho)
5235959 Native American war implements (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native American war implements)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Husband begging his domineering wife to allow him to go out for a walk (colour litho)

Husband begging his domineering wife to allow him to go out for a walk (colour litho)
6000009 Husband begging his domineering wife to allow him to go out for a walk (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: An exciting and dramatic fishing on the coast of Brittany (colour litho)

An exciting and dramatic fishing on the coast of Brittany (colour litho)
2814959 An exciting and dramatic fishing on the coast of Brittany (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The mother-in-law (colour litho)

The mother-in-law (colour litho)
3096463 The mother-in-law (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mother-in-law)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Chinese military arms and apparel, illustration from

Chinese military arms and apparel, illustration from
STC232909 Chinese military arms and apparel, illustration from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Giulio Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (coloured engraving) by Rancati

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The crimes of ignorance, the people of Molfetta destroy a cart of disinfectants intended for

The crimes of ignorance, the people of Molfetta destroy a cart of disinfectants intended for... (colour litho)
2815377 The crimes of ignorance, the people of Molfetta destroy a cart of disinfectants intended for... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Vast forest fires on the lakes of Como and Maggiore, the troops intent on preventing the march of

Vast forest fires on the lakes of Como and Maggiore, the troops intent on preventing the march of the fire
2814992 Vast forest fires on the lakes of Como and Maggiore, the troops intent on preventing the march of the fire (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The mother-in-law (colour litho)

The mother-in-law (colour litho)
3096464 The mother-in-law (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mother-in-law)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Woman with pince-nez (colour litho)

Woman with pince-nez (colour litho)
3094683 Woman with pince-nez (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman with pince-nez. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The misery and disorder in Vienna (colour litho)

The misery and disorder in Vienna (colour litho)
2808864 The misery and disorder in Vienna (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The misery and disorder in Vienna)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Knight in armour, 13th Century (engraving)

Knight in armour, 13th Century (engraving)
969026 Knight in armour, 13th Century (engraving) by Steelink, Willem II (1856-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knight in armour, 13th Century)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The occupation of the vast and unexplored western areas of Ethiopia continues (colour litho)

The occupation of the vast and unexplored western areas of Ethiopia continues (colour litho)
2778481 The occupation of the vast and unexplored western areas of Ethiopia continues (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Richard I, King of England, 1194 (engraving)

Richard I, King of England, 1194 (engraving)
3620568 Richard I, King of England, 1194 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard I (1157-1199), King of England, 1194.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Fairytale scene that could end in drama, a shepherdess who kept a flock of sheep... (colour litho)

Fairytale scene that could end in drama, a shepherdess who kept a flock of sheep... (colour litho)
2783905 Fairytale scene that could end in drama, a shepherdess who kept a flock of sheep... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Kitchener Wants More Men (colour litho)

Kitchener Wants More Men (colour litho)
3641669 Kitchener Wants More Men (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kitchener Wants More Men. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: War on the Plants! (colour litho)

War on the Plants! (colour litho)
2778470 War on the Plants! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: War on the Plants! The Arab uprising in Palestine had singular explosions)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Soldier of Denmark, 1780 (coloured engraving)

Soldier of Denmark, 1780 (coloured engraving)
468780 Soldier of Denmark, 1780 (coloured engraving) by Duflos, Pierre (1742-1816); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Recueil d estampes repreIusentant les grades)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The Trained Husband (colour litho)

The Trained Husband (colour litho)
3096426 The Trained Husband (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trained Husband)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Henry V attacked by the Duke of Alencon on the battlefield

Henry V attacked by the Duke of Alencon on the battlefield
984777 Henry V attacked by the Duke of Alencon on the battlefield, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The aberrations of womens suffragism, suffragette that cuts Venus with knife blows... (colour litho)

The aberrations of womens suffragism, suffragette that cuts Venus with knife blows... (colour litho)
2815632 The aberrations of womens suffragism, suffragette that cuts Venus with knife blows... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Fierce struggle between a fisherman and an eagle that suddenly attacks him in the pine forest of

Fierce struggle between a fisherman and an eagle that suddenly attacks him in the pine forest of Ravenna (colour litho)
2815398 Fierce struggle between a fisherman and an eagle that suddenly attacks him in the pine forest of Ravenna (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: A Slaughter of Sheep (Colour Litho)

A Slaughter of Sheep (Colour Litho)
2777683 A Slaughter of Sheep (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A slaughter of sheep)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: The death of Harold II at the Battle of Hastings, 1066, from A Chronicle of England BC 55

The death of Harold II at the Battle of Hastings, 1066, from A Chronicle of England BC 55
984729 The death of Harold II at the Battle of Hastings, 1066, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: La multiplication des belles-meres ou le martyr d un gendre (colour litho)

La multiplication des belles-meres ou le martyr d un gendre (colour litho)
3097796 La multiplication des belles-meres ou le martyr d un gendre (colour litho) by Avelot, Henri (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Mughal Indian warrior with battleaxe, 19th Century

Mughal Indian warrior with battleaxe, 19th Century
Vintage illustration Mughal Indian warrior with battleaxe, 19th Century

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Robert I, commonly Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, (1797). Artist: E Harding

Robert I, commonly Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, (1797). Artist: E Harding
Robert I, commonly Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, (1797). King of the Scots from 1306-1329, Robert the Bruce (1274-1329) led Scotland during the Wars of Scottish Independence

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Mounted Clash Between Robert The Bruce And Sir Henry De Bohun During Battle Of Bannockburn June 13

Mounted Clash Between Robert The Bruce And Sir Henry De Bohun During Battle Of Bannockburn June 13, 1314 From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Battleaxe and pistol, 16th century, (1870)

Battleaxe and pistol, 16th century, (1870). A wood engraving from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, (London, 1870)

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Battle during First Crusade (Peoples Crusade), 1096-1099, (c1490). Artist: Sebastian Marmoret French

Battle during First Crusade (Peoples Crusade), 1096-1099, (c1490). Artist: Sebastian Marmoret French
Battle during First Crusade (Peoples Crusade), 1096-1099, (c1490). Foreground: mounted knights unhorsed and killed. Centre: melee of hand-to-hand fighting with, on left

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Aztec Gold Pendant of a Ruler with ritual regalia, Mixtec, 1200-1521

Aztec Gold Pendant of a Ruler with ritual regalia, Mixtec, 1200-1521. He holds a serpent-staff battleaxe and a shield. A mask hangs from his lip-ring. British Museum

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: A stern pair of Ladies stride down a London Street

A stern pair of Ladies stride down a London Street - they seem to have clocked the photographer and the lady on the left look ready to make her thoughts on the matter known... Date: 1933

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Infantry and supporting tanks advancing along the Argenta ro

Infantry and supporting tanks advancing along the Argenta ro
Lantern slide showing infantry and supporting tanks advancing along the Argenta road, Italy, April 1945. From a collection of British official war photographs relating to the 78th Division that were

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Allied troops being welcomed as they pass through Tunis

Allied troops being welcomed as they pass through Tunis
Lantern slide showing allied troops being welcomed as they pass through the town of Tunis, May 1943.From a collection of British official war photographs relating to the 78th Division that were given

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Compo ration dump and men carrying more supplies

Compo ration dump and men carrying more supplies
Lantern slide showing a compo ration dump and men carrying more supplies to it, March 1943.From a collection of British official war photographs relating to the 78th Division that were given to

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Scene from a pantomime produced as frontline entertainment

Scene from a pantomime produced as frontline entertainment
Lantern slide showing a scene from a pantomime produced as frontline entertainment, January 1945; four soldiers of the Battleaxe Division on home leave find themselves in a pub scene with characters

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Platform of Bank Underground Station

Platform of Bank Underground Station
Central Line series. A variety of passengers awaiting their train on the platform at Bank - two cheeky children, a battleaxe Grandmother-figure, a glamorous lady in red and white ensemble

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: German knight in armor, 15th century

German knight in armor, 15th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Battle Of the Sexes

Battle Of the Sexes
A female Amazon warrior atop a horse swings her battleaxe to strike the shield of an enemy male warrior on foot who attempts to seize the bridle of her horse in a 19th Century illustration by T

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Norman Baron with Battleaxe and Shield

Norman Baron with Battleaxe and Shield

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Hundred Years War between England and France (1337-1453) Battle of Agincourt, 25 October 1415

Hundred Years War between England and France (1337-1453) Battle of Agincourt, 25 October 1415. Henry V (1387-1422) in thick of fight. Notable victory for English. Copperplate engraving published 1825

Background imageBattleaxe Collection: Battle during the First Crusade (The Peoples Crusade) 1096-1099. Mounted knights are unhorsed

Battle during the First Crusade (The Peoples Crusade) 1096-1099. Mounted knights are unhorsed and killed, foreground. In centre is a melee of hand-to-hand fighting with, on left




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In the midst of a fierce battle, the clash of steel against steel reverberates through the air. Robert Bruce, King of Scotland, stands tall and resolute, facing his opponent Sir Henry de Bohun with unwavering determination. This encounter between two mighty warriors will forever be etched in history. As an ancient Egyptian soldier marches forward on the battlefield, his clothing billows in the wind. Donning a skirt-like garment and armed with an axe and shield, he epitomizes strength and courage. The artist E Harding captures Robert I's regal presence in a stunning portrait. The king's piercing gaze reflects his indomitable spirit as he leads his people into battle. Marie Stuart's execution is depicted in haunting detail - a tragic end to her tumultuous life. The engraving serves as a reminder that even royalty can fall victim to political turmoil and power struggles. The murder of Thomas a Becket unfolds before our eyes in vivid chromolitho colors. It showcases the brutal consequences when religion clashes with authority, leaving no one safe from its grip. At the Battle of Bannockburn, Robert the Bruce faces off against Henry de Bohun once more. In this color lithograph, we witness Bruce's triumph over his English adversary - a pivotal moment that solidifies Scottish independence. Clovis I demonstrates ruthless determination as he prepares to slay his relative Ragnachar after their fateful battle. Power knows no bounds when it comes to securing dominance over rival factions. A daring ambush unfolds amidst picturesque Italian landscapes during an invasion by soldiers ready for combat ashore. Their bravery shines through as they seize opportunities for victory at every turn. The Creek Indians unleash chaos upon Fort Mims in Alabama; their merciless attack leaves no room for mercy or escape. Engraved forever is this grim reminder of humanity's capacity for violence during times of conflict. Lictors ride proudly ahead of consuls in ancient Rome, their presence symbolizing the might and authority of the empire.