Spear Collection (#5)

Native Americans tribe. Le Magasin Pittoresque, Paris, 1845. Engraving
AIS5395136 Native Americans tribe. Le Magasin Pittoresque, Paris, 1845. Engraving; © Lorio / Iberfoto

Conquest of Mexico (1519-1521). Pedro de Moron fighting in the battle remains prisoner. (engraving)
AIS5392127 Conquest of Mexico (1519-1521). Pedro de Moron fighting in the battle remains prisoner. (engraving); Private Collection; © Lorio / Iberfoto

Conquete de Tanger (Maroc), par le roi Alfonso V du Portugal, dit l'africain (1432-1481)
AIS5335256 Conquete de Tanger (Maroc), par le roi Alfonso V du Portugal, dit l'africain (1432-1481): le debarquement des soldats portugais en 1478

St Paul attacked by the Jews of Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665479 St Paul attacked by the Jews of Jerusalem, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: St Paul attacked by the Jews of Jerusalem)

The Martyrdom of Eleazar, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665472 The Martyrdom of Eleazar, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Martyrdom of Eleazar, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665447 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace)

Costume of a indigene chief of the Jauapiry tribe, Brazil, c.1888-90, (b/w photo)
3585200 Costume of a indigene chief of the Jauapiry tribe, Brazil, c.1888-90, (b/w photo); (add.info.: print on double-weight paper Photographer: Ferrez, Marc); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of George Clifford, third Earl of Cumberland (1558-1605), navigator
MMM5476528 Portrait of George Clifford, third Earl of Cumberland (1558-1605), navigator. Watercolor miniature on parchment by Nicholas Hilliard (1547-1618), ca

Portrait of Totila, King of the Ostrogoths (oil on canvas)
FIA5618223 Portrait of Totila, King of the Ostrogoths (oil on canvas); 94x78 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Totila (ou Baduila), called the Immortal (died in 552)

Britannia crowned the bust of the late hero Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Lithography (52.2x37.7 cm) by T
MMM5483402 Britannia crowned the bust of the late hero Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Lithography (52.2x37.7 cm) by T. Baxter, 19th century.; National Maritime Museum, London

King Saul and David, c.1250 (Miniature)
7293243 King Saul and David, c.1250 (Miniature); (add.info.: Religion. Bible. Old Testament. The king Saul and David with his harp)

Chukchi (Chukchi) man in armour made of wood, whale bone, iron hoops and seal sinews covered with leather
FLO4722621 Chukchi (Chukchi) man in armour made of wood, whale bone, iron hoops and seal sinews covered with leather. (Chukotka region, Russia). His wife and son beside him

Engraving depicting Tibetan horsemen on native ponies, armed with spears and guns
3521185 Engraving depicting Tibetan horsemen on native ponies, armed with spears and guns; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Tibetan horsemen on native ponies)

The Triumph of Emperor Maximilian I: Fifty-first board, participants in the Rennen (joust or light race)
8702171 The Triumph of Emperor Maximilian I: Fifty-first board, participants in the Rennen (joust or light race), 1512-19 (woodcut) by Burgkmair, Hans (c.1473-1531); Musee du Petit Palais, Paris

Allegory of Fortune and Virtue (oil on board)
8724255 Allegory of Fortune and Virtue (oil on board) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Buenos Aires, Argentina; (add.info.: By Peter Paul Rubens)

Military reenactments at the Tidworth Tattoo, Wiltshire (b/w photo)
8635465 Military reenactments at the Tidworth Tattoo, Wiltshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Military reenactments at the Tidworth Tattoo)

Lion hunting in Africa (engraving)
8631278 Lion hunting in Africa (engraving) by Dixon, H. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lion hunting in Africa. Illustration from Black and White)

The Dawn of Life, building a Home (litho)
8661033 The Dawn of Life, building a Home (litho) by Ruith, Horace van (1839-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dawn of Life, building a Home)

Contest with a hippopotamus (litho)
8641478 Contest with a hippopotamus (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Contest with a hippopotamus)

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Angelica, Ukrainian, urn and factory (chromolitho)
8677356 Angelica, Ukrainian, urn and factory (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: U for umbella (angelica), Ukrainian, urn and usine (factory)

Indian, Les Invalides, iris and iguana (chromolitho)
8677344 Indian, Les Invalides, iris and iguana (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I for Indian, Les Invalides, iris and iguana)

Achilles, scene from Homer's Iliad (litho)
8664127 Achilles, scene from Homer's Iliad (litho) by Chesterman, Hugh (1884-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Achilles, scene from Homer's Iliad)

The Battle of the Frogs and Mice (chromolitho)
8664000 The Battle of the Frogs and Mice (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of the Frogs and Mice)

Hoplites, soldiers of ancient Greece (engraving)
8635026 Hoplites, soldiers of ancient Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoplites, soldiers of ancient Greece. Illustration from Hellas)

Diomedes protected by Athena (engraving)
8634985 Diomedes protected by Athena (engraving) by Loeffler, Ludwig (1819-1876) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Diomedes protected by Athena. Illustration from Hellas)

Fishing in the Andaman Islands, India (colour litho)
8663572 Fishing in the Andaman Islands, India (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing in the Andaman Islands, India)

Mephisto from the Opera Faust, 1870-86 (oil on panel)
5861393 Mephisto from the Opera Faust, 1870-86 (oil on panel) by Monticelli, Adolphe Joseph Thomas (1824-86); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Adolphe Joseph Thomas Monticelli)

Don Quixote de la Mancha the ingenious knight, 19th century (illustration)
8822168 Don Quixote de la Mancha the ingenious knight, 19th century (illustration) by Roux, George (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info)

David and Goliath. Auxerre cathedral (stained glass)
8711332 David and Goliath. Auxerre cathedral (stained glass); (add.info.: Auxerre Cathedral. Stained glass. David using his sling to bring down the Philistine giant Goliath. Auxerre)

Battle in the Middle Age, 15th century (miniature)
8698334 Battle in the Middle Age, 15th century (miniature) by French School, (15th century); (add.info.: History. France. Battle in the Middle Age, during the reign of Charles the Great)

The hunting of bison
5308055 The hunting of bison.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the hunting of bison with the use of lances. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

Africa: Dinka warrior with spear (b/w photo)
8664789 Africa: Dinka warrior with spear (b/w photo) by Bernatzik, Hugo Adolf (1897-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinka warrior with spear)

Engraving depicting an ancient meteor shower shown as fiery lances. Dated 16th Century
UIG5426106 Engraving depicting an ancient meteor shower shown as fiery lances. Dated 16th Century; UIG

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Tools and weapons of the Australian aborigines. Drinking vessel made of dulse leaf 1, stone knife 2
FLO4624346 Tools and weapons of the Australian aborigines. Drinking vessel made of dulse leaf 1, stone knife 2, basket for shells 3, basket 4, shell necklace 5, spears 6-9, wooden sword 10, 12

Ancient Briton with spear and shield, naked Caledonians with woad tattoos, and Queen Boudica with wooden chariot
FLO4623100 Ancient Briton with spear and shield, naked Caledonians with woad tattoos, and Queen Boudica with wooden chariot

African buffalo or Cape buffalo, Syncerus caffer (Bos cafer). Naked South African men with spears, shields
FLO4718890 African buffalo or Cape buffalo, Syncerus caffer (Bos cafer). Naked South African men with spears, shields, blankets and buffalo on a trek

An Amazon female warrior on horseback (engraving)
3479883 An Amazon female warrior on horseback (engraving); (add.info.: Illustration depicting an Amazon female warrior on horseback. In Greek mythology, the Amazons, were a race of women warriors)

Engraving of 17th Century Pikeman
3056352 Engraving of 17th Century Pikeman; Heeresgeschichtliches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Early 17th Century engraving of a Pikeman wearing armor); © Don Troiani

Harassment and persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire during the 4th century.. Mid-19th century (engraving)
865381 Harassment and persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire during the 4th century.. Mid-19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Greenlanders in polar dress made of animal skins
864663 Greenlanders in polar dress made of animal skins; (add.info.: Greenlanders in polar dress made of animal skins, carrying a spear and a bow and arrow)

19th century Nuremberg post-runner
673361 19th century Nuremberg post-runner; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Nuremberg post-runner); Universal History Archive/UIG

Standards of Roman legions (top) and Weapons and armour used by Roman soldiers, 1801 (Copperplate engraving)
533935 Standards of Roman legions (top) and Weapons and armour used by Roman soldiers, 1801 (Copperplate engraving); (add.info)

A Mameluke Exercising, published by R Bowyer, 1802
BON40792 A Mameluke Exercising, published by R Bowyer, 1802; Private Collection; Photo © Bonhams, London, UK

Iberian, Celt and Moors (colour litho)
8672874 Iberian, Celt and Moors (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peoples of ancient and medieval Portugal: Iberian, Celt and Moors)

Ancient Greek helmets, headgear and weapons (engraving)
8635049 Ancient Greek helmets, headgear and weapons (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek helmets, headgear and weapons)

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"Spear: A Weapon of Power, Valor, and Legacy" Throughout history, the spear has been a symbol of strength and authority. From ancient civilizations to medieval battles, its presence has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. In Derek Jarman's Caravaggio (1986), Sean Bean embodies the essence of power as he wields a spear with commanding grace. Just like Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe who fearlessly led her people into battle against Roman oppression. The Bayeux Tapestry vividly portrays the Norman Conquest where spears were raised high in anticipation, and is here that Odin sits upon his throne, watching over warriors armed with spears as they prepare for war. King Harold's foot soldiers brandishing their spears and battle axes in the Bayeux Tapestry remind us of their unwavering loyalty and determination during times of conflict. In 1918, Trotsky slayed the counter-revolutionary dragon in a powerful poster that showcased not only his bravery but also the symbolic might of the spear. Freya rides triumphantly in her chariot adorned with spears, representing both beauty and strength intertwined. This echoes throughout history as seen during The Battle of Agincourt in 1415 when brave soldiers readied themselves for combat wielding their trusty spears. Boadicea (Boudica) stands tall among her people; her spear held high as she fought fiercely against those who sought to oppress them. Her legacy lives on through time immemorial. Even before recorded history began, prehistoric humans relied on primitive spear-throwers to hunt for survival. These early tools laid down foundations for future advancements in weaponry. An Assyrian king confidently rides his chariot while holding a gleaming spear - an emblematic representation of dominance over enemies encountered along ancient trade routes. Ancient Romans donned elaborate costumes complete with ceremonial spears during grand spectacles, showcasing their military prowess and cultural opulence.