Joust Collection (#11)

Henri II (1519-59) is fatally wounded at a joust during his daughters wedding celebrations
KW177754 Henri II (1519-59) is fatally wounded at a joust during his daughters wedding celebrations, from Histoire de France by Colart, published c.1840 (engraving) H by French School

Tournament in Honour of Christian I of Denmark at Castello di Malpaga in 1474, detail
XIR168198 Tournament in Honour of Christian I of Denmark at Castello di Malpaga in 1474, detail from the right hand side (fresco) by Romanino, Girolamo (c.1485-c.1566) (attr.to); Castello di Malpaga

Tournament during which Henri II (1519-59) was injured by the Count of Montgomery
XIR162755 Tournament during which Henri II (1519-59) was injured by the Count of Montgomery and died ten days later, 30th June 1559 (coloured engraving) by Hogenberg

Tournament where Henri II Received a Fatal Wound, 30th June 1559 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR155469 Tournament where Henri II Received a Fatal Wound, 30th June 1559 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Tortorel, Jacques (fl.1568-92); Private Collection; (add.info)

Joust on the water, Pieter van der Borcht (I), Philips Galle, 1545 - 1608

A Friendly Tournament during the Third Crusade in 1189, illustration from Bibliotheque
KW219417 A Friendly Tournament during the Third Crusade in 1189, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F. Michaud, 1877 (litho) by Dore

A Jousting Scene (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF106600 A Jousting Scene (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Jousting Tournament, from Chronicles of England by Holinshed, 1577 (woodcut)
XJF100251 A Jousting Tournament, from Chronicles of England by Holinshed, 1577 (woodcut) (b&w photo) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

KNIGHTS: JOUST, 1517. Two knights jousting. German woodcut illustrating the Theuerdank, an allegorical poem by Melchiol Pfintzing, 1517

Tournament in the Vatican, Italian School. An 18th century painting depicting a 16th century event. The tournament took place in the Belvedere courtyard during the Pontificate of Pius IV

King Arthur fights the Emperor Lucius, 13th century. King Arthur page 48

The 1066 pageant, at Powdermilll Lane, Battle, Sussex, to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. A knight on horseback charges his opponent during the jousting tournament

Richard II (1367-1400) king of England from 1377-1379, presiding at a tournament. 15th century Flemish manuscript. Lambeth Palace Library

Medieval jousting event, Cornwall
A medieval jousting event taking place in Cornwall, with a large crowd of spectators. A jouster gallops along, aiming his jousting pole at a metal target in the shape of a man. Date: circa 1980s

Eglinton Tournament 5
The joust between the Lord of the Tournament (the Earl in person) and the Knight of the Red Rose (R Lechmere Esquire). Date: 30 August 1839

Tournament (Smith)
Lances are shattered as two knights meet in a joust; both are attended by their squires who furnish them with fresh lances and help them to remount, if required. Date: 1450

British Ballad, Sir Lancelot du Lac
SIR LANCELOT DU LAC. British ballad telling the tale of one of the greatest of the Knights of the Round Table in the Arthurian legend

Water Quintain
A medieval game of water quintain

Anglo-French / Tournament
Anglo-French tournament at Saint-Inglevere, near Calais

Jousting in Boats 1555
Two men joust in boats

C15 Tournament
A joust

Steeple Headdress
A fanciful Victorian depiction of a mediaeval lady wearing a Hennin or steeple headdress of the late C15th. Other aspects of her costume date from the 14th century

Alice: Knights Joust
KNIGHTS Alice watches the fight between the Red Knight and the White Knight

Pont Notre-Dame / Raguenet
The Pont Notre-Dame in the 18th century : water-jousting is taking place on the Seine

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Step into the world of chivalry and valor with jousting, a timeless spectacle that captivated medieval audiences. In this enchanting scene from Faerie Queene by Walter Crane, we are transported to an era where knights donned shining armor and mounted their noble steeds for epic tournaments. Jousting, famously depicted in Chaucer's Knight's Tale, was a popular sport among nobles during the Middle Ages. The image of Henry I, Count of Anhalt from the Codex Manesse reveals the grandeur and elegance associated with these events. Medieval tournaments were divided into two sides, as seen in this captivating illustration by Master of the Harley Froissart. The Jousts of St Inglevert showcases skilled knights competing fiercely for honor and glory. However, not all tournaments went according to plan. Richard II himself had to intervene when things got out of hand during one such event. This unexpected twist adds an element of excitement and unpredictability to the already thrilling joust. The jousts weren't limited to just open fields; they even took place on iconic landmarks like London Bridge. Imagine witnessing armored riders charging towards each other while crossing this historic bridge - a truly breathtaking sight. To engage in combat during these contests required skillful use of medieval weapons such as lances and swords. These formidable tools were wielded by brave knights who risked life and limb for victory. Intriguingly captured within the pages of Book of the Tournament is a knight on horseback armed with his trusty lance ready for battle. This beautifully illustrated manuscript serves as a testament to how deeply ingrained jousting was in medieval culture. Finally, we witness two riders engaged in fierce combat through an intricate woodcut from 1517-18. Their determination is palpable as they clash amidst cheers from eager spectators. Jousting remains an enduring symbol of courage, honor, and the spirit of medieval times.