Maces Collection

Macebearers, Fowey, Cornwall. May 1998
The husband and wife team of macebearers, Andy and Lesley McCartney, on Fowey Town Quay with the harbour in background. The couple thought at the time they were the only married couple in the country

Swords, Daggers, Maces
Assorted weapons: epees, short swords, daggers, maces, sabre, scimitar, cudgel and axe

The Royal Table, and Mayoralty Insignia, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Table, and Mayoralty Insignia, 1850. Banquet held in York to celebrate the forthcoming Great Exhibition. The centrepiece was...a magnificent ornamental design of M

Bear baiting, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper)
CHL404792 Bear baiting, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper) by Barritt, Thomas (d.1820); 14.8x19 cm; Chethams Library, Manchester

Chancellerie, France, 1718 / 21. Creators: Unknown, Gobelins Manufactory
Chancellerie, France, 1718/21. Winged crest and crossed maces on a ground of fleurs de lis. Woven at the Manufacture Royale des Gobelins

Crown, Mitres, Maces, Etc, 18th century (engraving)
2625656 Crown, Mitres, Maces, Etc, 18th century (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

The Rival Queens or a Political Heat for Rege and Grege, 1789 (hand-coloured engraving)
2562137 The Rival Queens or a Political Heat for Rege and Grege, 1789 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Branch of pink plum blossom. Color woodblock mokuhanga from Kaishien Gaden, Japanese edition of Wang Gais Jieziyuan Huazhaun or Manual of the Mustard Seed Garden, Second Collection, Ichimura Bunko

Seven-flanged mace, c. 1540-50 (gilded russet steel)
490839 Seven-flanged mace, c.1540-50 (gilded russet steel) by Italian School, (16th century); 64.5x11.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Crowns, Mitres, Maces, &c, &c, 18th century (engraving)
2905819 Crowns, Mitres, Maces, &c, &c, 18th century (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; GSinclair Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

High Altar: proposed gold and silver staves and maces, actual size (pencil, ink, brush
3120470 High Altar: proposed gold and silver staves and maces, actual size (pencil, ink, brush, w/c & silver paint on grey card) by A. Edward Jones & Co

A standard-bearer of the 10th legion in bearskin leads Roman infantry onto a beach at Sandwich, 54BC
6337256 A standard-bearer of the 10th legion in bearskin leads Roman infantry onto a beach at Sandwich, 54BC by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info)

Portrait of Nadir Shah, one of a pair with Karim Khan Zand
5914870 Portrait of Nadir Shah, one of a pair with Karim Khan Zand, Qajar Iran (pigment with gold & ink on paper) by Iranian School

Silver Oar, Sword, and Maces belonging to the Corporation (engraving)
1044314 Silver Oar, Sword, and Maces belonging to the Corporation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silver Oar, Sword)

Crowns, Mitres, Maces, etc. 1755. Creator: William Hogarth
Crowns, Mitres, Maces, etc. 1755

Four Zulu Warriors in traditional costume carrying clubs and shields. Date: circa 1908

Tournament joust from 1471 from a pen and ink drawing in the Stadel schen Instituts at Frankfurt.. Two knights in plate armour and elaborate helmets fighting with short swords

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William Hogarth, English, (1697-1764), Crowns, Mitres, Maces, Etc. 1754, etching

Corporation Plate and Insignia, Scarborough. Maces and Sword, Worcester. Maces, Warwick
CORPORATION PLATE AND INSIGNIA, SCARBOROUGH. MACES AND SWORD, WORCESTER. MACES, WARWICK. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Picture No. 10881124
Processing Nutmeg - red coloured mace (Myristica fragrans) Date:

Picture No. 10881125
Processing Nutmeg - baskets and red coloured mace (Myristica fragrans) Date:

Corporation Plate and Insignia, Scarborough. Maces and Sword, Worcester. Maces, Warwick
CORPORATION PLATE AND INSIGNIA, SCARBOROUGH. MACES AND SWORD, WORCESTER. MACES, WARWICK. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Nutmeg - fruit Nutmeg and Mace in hand after picking
BMD-302 Nutmeg - fruit Nutmeg and Mace in hand after picking Spice Islands - Indonesia Myristica fragrans Brian McDairmant contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Nutmeg and Mace - close-up Spice Islands - Indonesia
BMD-300 Nutmeg and Mace - close-up Spice Islands - Indonesia Myristica fragrans Brian McDairmant contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Nutmeg and mace - close-up in hand
BMD-301 Nutmeg and mace - close-up in hand Spice Islands - Indonesia Myristica fragrans Brian McDairmant contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Nutmeg and Mace
BMD-299 Nutmeg and Mace Spice island, Indonesia Myristica fragrans Brian McDairmant contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

The Scottish regalia for coronations of Scottish Monarchs
The Scottish regalia used at the coronations of Scottish Monarchs, and objects associated with the symbols of Sovereignty

Coronation regalia
The illustration includes the Imperial State Crown, the St. Edwards Staff, one of the eight maces, swords, a sandal of the regal vestment and the ring that has a St. Georges cross. Date: 1937

16Thc Hungarian Warriors
Five Hungarian warriors armed with heavy maces and shields

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"Maces: The Mighty Weapon of Warriors and Royalty" From the ancient battlefields to the opulent halls of power, they have played a significant role in history. These formidable weapons, alongside swords and daggers, were wielded by warriors across different cultures and continents. In Southern Africa, Zulu warriors brandished maces with skill and precision, showcasing their strength on the battlefield. Their mastery over these powerful weapons was revered by friend and foe alike. Meanwhile, in Fowey, Cornwall in May 1998, macebearers proudly carried ornate maces during ceremonial processions. These symbols of authority added an air of regality to the occasion as they marched through the streets. The historical significance extends beyond warfare and ceremonies. In Manchester in 1819, a pen & ink drawing depicts bear baiting with a mace as part of this cruel spectacle. This artwork serves as a reminder that not all uses of such weapons were noble or honorable. Moving across borders to France in 1718/21 at Chancellerie's Gobelins Manufactory lies another intriguing depiction featuring unknown creators. Here we see crowns adorned with mitres and accompanied by majestic maces - emblems befitting royalty. Engravings from the 18th century further highlight the grandeur associated with these instruments of power. Whether it be "Crowns, Mitres, Maces" or scenes like "The Rival Queens, " where political tensions are captured vividly through hand-colored engravings – all emphasize how deeply intertwined they were with politics and influence during this era. Beyond their association with human affairs lie depictions that showcase nature's beauty alongside these mighty weapons. A branch of pink plum blossom delicately contrasts against images depicting battles fought centuries ago – reminding us that amidst conflict there is always room for moments of serenity.