Buckler Collection (#15)

Military costume of a Norman soldier, 12th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Duke William IV of Bavaria knocked from his horse during a joust. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

Steel buckler or shield for a Rennen joust, 16th century.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

German joust, mid 16th century.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889

Count Ludwig knocked backward from his horse during a joust.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

CM17 8115 Paul Brighton, Zip Silverstone, Bultaco 250cc
Paul Brighton, Zip Silverstone, Bultaco 250cc, Race Retro, Rally stage, British Historic Kart Club, BHKC, Saturday 25th February, 2017, retro, nostalgia, motorsport, cars, vehicles, racing

CM17 8088 Paul Brighton, Zip Silverstone, Bultaco 250cc, Steve Cowell, Gillett Lynx
Paul Brighton, Zip Silverstone, Bultaco 250cc, Steve Cowell, Gillett Lynx, TVM Yamaha 125cc, Race Retro, Rally stage, British Historic Kart Club, BHKC, Saturday 25th February, 2017, retro, nostalgia

CM17 8107 Brian Malin, Buckler, Villiers 9E
Brian Malin, Buckler, Villiers 9E, Race Retro, Rally stage, British Historic Kart Club, BHKC, Saturday 25th February, 2017, retro, nostalgia, motorsport, cars, vehicles, racing, classic cars

Buckler-Ford M Fielden-Silverstone 03 June 1961

Buckler Ford Silverstone 03-06-1961 M Fielden

Liastrea dilatata, broad buckler fern
Illustration from The Ferns of Sidmouth (1862) by Peter Orlando Hutchinson. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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"Buckler: A Timeless Symbol of Protection and Valor" In the world of medieval archery, the name Buckler evokes images of skilled marksmanship and unwavering defense. Dockhead Folly in Bermondsey, London, witnessed countless arrows launched by courageous archers like John Chessell Buckler himself in 1820. The Knights of the Round Table knew no fear when faced with mythical creatures. Lancelot's legendary battle against a fearsome dragon showcased his prowess as he wielded his trusty buckler to ward off its fiery breath. Geoffroi V Le Bel Plantagenet left an indelible mark on history, immortalized through art at Fonthill Abbey. His portrait depicted him holding a buckler, symbolizing his noble lineage and unwavering strength. St Luke's Church in Chelsea stood tall as a testament to architectural beauty in 1847. Its west view revealed intricate details including depictions of Mars and Venus embracing under the watchful eye of a celestial buckler. Giulio Romano's ship drawings captured the essence of maritime adventure. The ship's bow adorned with shields served as both protection and intimidation on treacherous waters - an embodiment of the mighty buckler. Nature too found solace in this ancient symbol. The Broad Buckler Fern, Nephrodium spinulosum, displayed delicate fronds that resembled miniature versions of these protective shields - nature's own armor against adversity. In times long past, crusaders donned their iron helmets and chainmail armor for holy quests. Their yellow tunics emblazoned with white crosses on red fields were complemented by capes lined with ermine - all accompanied by their trusted bucklers bearing witness to their devotion. Roland le Preux was hailed as a hero in epic poems such as "La Chanson de Roland.