Battlement Collection

Cardinal Richelieu at the Siege of La Rochelle, 1628 (early 20th century). Armand Jean Duplessis, Duc de Richelieu (1585-1642), French prelate and statesman

Medieval citadel, Carcassonne, a hilltop town in southern France, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Carcassonne, Languedoc, France, Europe

Glenveagh castle on lake Lough Beagh in the Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal, Ulster, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Cuban coastline and the Castillo del Morro, a fortess at the entrance to the Bay of Santiago, UNESCO World Heritage Site, 10 km southwest of Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Leinster, Republic of Ireland (Eire), Europe

Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Cochem, Eltz Castle

Gates Fort Park and fort, Bermuda, Central America

Europe, Spain
Avila, Castile and Leon, Spain

Lismore Castle, Lismore, County Waterford, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities
KW131093 Lismore Castle, Lismore, County Waterford, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue, 1860s (engraving) by Bartlett

Battlements at Marigot, Saint Martin from Fort Louis in the Caribbean

Karistejn Castle, Czech Republic, Europe

United Kingdom, England, Berkshire, Windsor. The battlements of the palace of Windsor Castle showing the Norman round tower keep with the Royal Standard flag flying

France, Reunion Island, St-Denis, view of La Montaigne from Le Barachois waterfront

Alonso Perez de Guzman, called Guzman the Good
Alonso Perez de Guzman, called Guzman el Bueno (Guzman the Good) (1256-1309). Leonese military and nobleman, founder of the house of Medina Sidonia. First lord of Sanlucar de Barrameda

Entrance of the Visigoth king Wamba into Toledo
Wamba (c. 630-688). Visigoth king of Hispania (672-680). Entrance of Wamba to the city of Toledo. Illustration by J. Alaminos. Chromolithography

Roman centurion. Engraving. Later colouration
Roman centurion. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Spain, province of Leon. Castle of Ponferrada. Illustration by Letre. Engraving by Sierra, 19th century. Cronica General de Espana, Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias

Count Guy takes Earl Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183112 Count Guy takes Earl Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

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Dawn at Bodiam Castle (built 1395), Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England Date: 11-09-2014

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Dawn at Bodiam Castle (built 1395), Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England Date: 11-09-2014

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Evening at Bodiam Castle (built 1395 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge), Bodiam, East Sussex, England Date: 11-09-2014

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SIGUENZA. Castle built by Arabs in the twelfth century. It is now an inn of tourism. Guadalajara province. Castile-La Mancha. Spain Date: 06/09/2007

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BELMONTE. General view of the castle, built by Juan Pacheco between 1456 and 1470. Is Gothic plateresque changeover. Province of Cuenca. Castile-La Mancha. Spain Date: 06/09/2007

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Spain, Andalusia, Granada Province, Granada. View of Alhambra Palace in the afternoon. Date: 19/11/2009

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Spain, Castilla y Leon Region, Avila Province, Avila. Scenic medieval city walls of Avila, Spain. Date: 19/11/2009

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Le Mura, The City Walls, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, Europe Date: 22/01/2009

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Bolsena Castle (Rocca Monaldeschi)- 13th century, Bolsena, Viterbo Province, Latium, Italy Date: 16/08/2008

Gothic chimney-piece in Mona marble, a sagegreen marble from Wales
6339793 Gothic chimney-piece in Mona marble, a sagegreen marble from Wales by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Gothic chimney-piece in Mona marble, a sagegreen marble from Wales)

Castle Howel, Barony of Kells, County Kilkenny, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue
KW131097 Castle Howel, Barony of Kells, County Kilkenny, Ireland, from Scenery and Antiquities of Ireland by George Virtue, 1860s (engraving) by Bartlett

Opp. p. 39. View of a Fortified Bay on the E side the entrance of Rio Janeiro
5670845 Opp. p. 39. View of a Fortified Bay on the E side the entrance of Rio Janeiro, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Leeds Castle, from R. Ackermanns (1764-1834) Repository of Arts
STC119575 Leeds Castle, from R. Ackermanns (1764-1834) Repository of Arts, 1828 (colour engraving) by Crouch, William (fl.1817-50) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: seat of F. W)

View of the National Palace (photo)
KW237470 View of the National Palace (photo) by Portuguese School, (15th century); Palacio Nacional da Pena, Sintra, Portugal; (add.info)

Medieval Yorkshire night beacon

View of the Interior of Fort Stedman, May 1865 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951222 View of the Interior of Fort Stedman, May 1865 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.3x22.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Battery No. 1, near Yorktown--No. 1. May, 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951115 Battery No. 1, near YorktownA--No. 1. May, 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by Wood and Gibson (fl.1862); 17.2x22.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

Caernarfon Castle, c. 1842-52 (w / c on paper)
NWP149798 Caernarfon Castle, c.1842-52 (w/c on paper) by Evans, William (of Bristol) (1809-58); 40.3x30.8 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery

Ruins of the Castle of the Knights Templar (photo)
XIR156991 Ruins of the Castle of the Knights Templar (photo) by Spanish School, (12th century); Ponferrada, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

A castle tower (photo)
KW237472 A castle tower (photo) by Portuguese School, (16th century); Palacio Nacional da Pena, Sintra, Portugal; (add.info.: royal summer residence of the kings of Portugal; ); Portuguese

First bas-relief of a 12th century sarcophagus: the dream of a knight sleeping on a bed with wheels and bells under a castle battlement with queen and ladies, lances raining down from a cloud

Shrewsbury Castle (colour photo)
3095422 Shrewsbury Castle (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shrewsbury Castle. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

MacGillivray tartan. circa 1846

Conway Castle, North Wales, 1861 (oil on canvas)
3743794 Conway Castle, North Wales, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Dodd, Charles Tattershall I (1815-78); 61.6x51.4 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

In a fire drill in Reggio Calabria, two firefighters remained at the top of the castle... (colour litho)
2783526 In a fire drill in Reggio Calabria, two firefighters remained at the top of the castle... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Castle by Water (pencil, w / c on paper)
NCM94587 Castle by Water (pencil, w/c on paper) by Cotman, John Sell (1782-1842); 26.4x20.8 cm; Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery; eNorwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Mount Grace Priory, exterior of the church, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire
STC130640 Mount Grace Priory, exterior of the church, from The Monastic Ruins of Yorkshire, engraved by George Hawkins (1819-52), 1842 (colour litho) by Richardson

The Death of Conan in 1090 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF138672 The Death of Conan in 1090 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conan was the ally of William II (c.1056-1100); ); English

Outer Wall of Richmond Palace, 16th century (pen and ink on paper)
AMO151021 Outer Wall of Richmond Palace, 16th century (pen and ink on paper) by Wyngaerde, Anthonis van den (fl.1510-72); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

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"Battlements: Guardians of History and Heritage" Step into the medieval citadel of Carcassonne, a hilltop town in southern France, and be transported back in time. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts towering battlements that have stood strong for centuries, protecting its inhabitants from invaders. Across the Atlantic, Glenveagh Castle on Lake Lough Beagh in Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal offers a glimpse into Ireland's rich history. Its battlement-adorned walls overlook the serene lake, creating a picturesque scene straight out of a fairytale. Traveling further south to Cuba's coastline, one cannot miss the imposing Castillo del Morro fortress at the entrance to the Bay of Santiago. These formidable battlements once guarded against pirates and enemy ships seeking access to this strategic harbor. In Kilkenny Castle, located in County Kilkenny within Leinster region of Ireland (Eire), Europe reveals another magnificent example of architectural grandeur. The castle's sturdy battlements bear witness to countless tales from its storied past. Venturing into Germany's Rhineland-Palatinate region brings us to Cochem and Eltz Castle. Perched high above lush greenery and meandering rivers, these castles showcase intricate battlement designs that evoke awe-inspiring beauty. Even as we delve deeper into history with Cardinal Richelieu at the Siege of La Rochelle during 1628 (early 20th century), we find ourselves captivated by images depicting courageous soldiers defending their fortifications amidst intense battles. Closer to Central America lies Gates Fort Park in Bermuda—a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Its well-preserved fortifications remind us of an era when nations fiercely protected their territories against potential threats. Spain too has left an indelible mark on European history through its numerous fortified structures adorned with majestic battlements.