Spears Collection (#8)

Hunters mounted and on foot killing deer and tiger (opaque w / c on paper) (detail of 272916)
KW272922 Hunters mounted and on foot killing deer and tiger (opaque w/c on paper) (detail of 272916) by Persian School, (17th century); Private Collection

Hunting, 1871 (w / c on paper)
741660 Hunting, 1871 (w/c on paper) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Bromley Museum, Orpington, UK; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

A Male British Pict (engraving)
960020 A Male British Pict (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Male British Pict, a member of the Picts, a Scottish tribe)

Hercules fighting the Nemean Lion (colour litho)
957859 Hercules fighting the Nemean Lion (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules fighting the Nemean Lion)

David and Goliath, illustration from L Ancien Testament, published by Jakob Ferdinand Schreiber
REV326547 David and Goliath, illustration from L Ancien Testament, published by Jakob Ferdinand Schreiber, Esslingen (colour engraving) by German School

Isarda or kotah preparatory drawing of the taming of an elephant, c. 1720 (ink & gouache on paper)
992993 Isarda or kotah preparatory drawing of the taming of an elephant, c.1720 (ink & gouache on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 50.5x70 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The Death of Uriah the Hittite (oil on panel)
SHK332088 The Death of Uriah the Hittite (oil on panel) by Luini, Bernardino (c.1480-1532) (circle of); 45.1x50.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of San Romano, detail of Bernardino della Ciarda unseated by Niccolo da Tolentino, c
898593 The Battle of San Romano, detail of Bernardino della Ciarda unseated by Niccolo da Tolentino, c.1456, (tempera on panel) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Horus in battle, illustration from The Myths of Ancient Egypt by Lewis Spence, 1917 (colour litho)
STC323907 Horus in battle, illustration from The Myths of Ancient Egypt by Lewis Spence, 1917 (colour litho) by Paul, Evelyn (1870-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horus killing his enemy, Set)

The Battle of Aquae Sextiae, 102 BC, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, early 1900s (litho)
IL274577 The Battle of Aquae Sextiae, 102 BC, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, early 1900s (litho) by Valda

Osage, Big Nose, Osage Women, 1874-75 (pen, ink & w / c on ledger paper)
869715 Osage, Big Nose, Osage Women, 1874-75 (pen, ink & w/c on ledger paper) by Howling Wolf (1849-1927); 20x31.5 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Rubens his Second Wife and Son in a Wolf and Foxhunt, after an original by Rubens (oil on canvas)
CRS225661 Rubens his Second Wife and Son in a Wolf and Foxhunt, after an original by Rubens (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640) (studio of); Corsham Court, Wiltshire

Bellum Cuius Causa (The Cause of War), 16th century. 16th century. Creator: Anon
Bellum Cuius Causa (The Cause of War), 16th century

Ostrich Hunt, n. d. Creators: Charles Parrocel, Carle van Loo, Joseph Francois Parrocel
Ostrich Hunt, n.d

Nymphaeum, sculpture
6336789 Nymphaeum, sculpture by Italian School, (16th century); Villa Barbaro, Maser, Veneto, Italy; (add.info.: Villa Barbaro, Maser, Veneto, Italy); © Mark Edward Smith

Two figures in classical costume hunting a stag, 1760-95 (Ink, Watercolour)
7261570 Two figures in classical costume hunting a stag, 1760-95 (Ink, Watercolour) by Carter, Thomas (d.1795); 34x67.5 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

The Sacrifice to the Fatherland, 1879 (oil on canvas)
XIR316638 The Sacrifice to the Fatherland, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Moreau de Tours, Georges (1848-1901); Musee du Petit Palais, Paris

Roman archer and spearman, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving)
7236853 Roman archer and spearman, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving) by Labrousse, L.F. (fl.1796); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman archer sagittarius and spearman hastatus, ancient Rome)

Costume of a mounted lancer, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving)
7236897 Costume of a mounted lancer, ancient Rome. 1796 (engraving) by Labrousse, L.F. (fl.1796); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman hastatus or mounted lancer, ancient Rome)

Seal Hunting in Greenland, c. 1890 (engraving)
1721748 Seal Hunting in Greenland, c. 1890 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Seal hunting in Greenland, engraving, c. 1890)

Major George Godfrey Massy Wheeler, from The War Illustrated Album deLuxe, published in London, 1916 (litho)
KW294144 Major George Godfrey Massy Wheeler, from The War Illustrated Album deLuxe, published in London, 1916 (litho) by English School

Porphyry statue of the goddess Roma triumphans. 1779 (engraving)
7237411 Porphyry statue of the goddess Roma triumphans. 1779 (engraving) by Cannetti, Giovanni Battista (1750-1810); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porphyry statue of the goddess Roma triumphans)

Cuchulain sets out for Emain Macha, illustration from Cuchulain, The Hound of Ulster, by Eleanor Hull (1860-1935)
STC323925 Cuchulain sets out for Emain Macha, illustration from Cuchulain, The Hound of Ulster, by Eleanor Hull (1860-1935), 1904 (colour litho) by Reid

Buying off Assur-bani-pal with gifts, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c. 1910-15 (litho)
STC357967 Buying off Assur-bani-pal with gifts, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910-15 (litho) by Dudley

Perils of Whaling (litho)
7201127 Perils of Whaling (litho) by Smith, W. Thomas (1865-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perils of Whaling. Illustration from The Boys Own Annual (Boys Own Paper Office, London)

Odin throwing his spear to begin the Aesir-Vanir War (colour litho)
7173311 Odin throwing his spear to begin the Aesir-Vanir War (colour litho) by Doepler, Carl Emil (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Odin throwing his spear to begin the Aesir-Vanir War)

Odin, god of Norse mythology (litho)
7172604 Odin, god of Norse mythology (litho) by Maison, Rudolf (1854-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Odin, god of Norse mythology)

Leo IIIs victory over the Saracens at Constantinople, 717 AD, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations
STC358091 Leo IIIs victory over the Saracens at Constantinople, 717 AD, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Dudley

Prehistoric Man (colour litho)
STC358129 Prehistoric Man (colour litho) by Collins, William W. (1862-1951) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The defeat of Pulikesin II, the Chalukhya, byMahamalla Pallava at Badami, 642 A. D
STC357950 The defeat of Pulikesin II, the Chalukhya, byMahamalla Pallava at Badami, 642 A.D. illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Dudley

Odin as Hnikar (colour litho)
7173282 Odin as Hnikar (colour litho) by Doepler, Carl Emil (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Odin as Hnikar. Illustration from Walhall, die Gotterwelt der Germanen)

King Otto I of Germany throwing his spear into the waves on the coast of Jutland to mark the limits of his rule
7172610 King Otto I of Germany throwing his spear into the waves on the coast of Jutland to mark the limits of his rule, 948 (litho) by Baur

The Death of Troilus, 1927 (wood engraving)
1631663 The Death of Troilus, 1927 (wood engraving) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Byzantine Emperor on his throne, 9th century, with guards holding spears and shields
6339002 Byzantine Emperor on his throne, 9th century, with guards holding spears and shields by Villain (19th century); (add.info.: Byzantine Emperor on his throne, 9th century)

Scene from a tournament at Nuremberg, 16th century. 1867 (engraving)
7234891 Scene from a tournament at Nuremberg, 16th century. 1867 (engraving) by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

German pikeman and servant girl, 16th century. 1867 (engraving)
7234880 German pikeman and servant girl, 16th century. 1867 (engraving) by Guldenmundt, Hans (fl.1526-1560); Private Collection; (add.info.: German Landsknechte pikeman and servant girl)

The Embarkation of the Goths, 269 AD, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
STC358086 The Embarkation of the Goths, 269 AD, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Dudley

The Defeat of the Epthalites, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c. 1910 (litho)
STC357928 The Defeat of the Epthalites, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle Of Otterbourne (engraving)
3655183 The Battle Of Otterbourne (engraving) by Barraud (19th-20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle Of Otterbourne)

Diana little girl with her dog (oil on canvas)
6347392 Diana little girl with her dog (oil on canvas) by Stroiffi, Ermanno (1616-1693); 75, 5x56, 5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ermanno Stroiffi (1616 - 1693)

Portrait of a Man, possibly Sir Robert Sidney (1563-1626), 1585-1590 (oil on canvas)
7082056 Portrait of a Man, possibly Sir Robert Sidney (1563-1626), 1585-1590 (oil on canvas) by Queborn, Daniel Van den (1552-1602); 118.1x85.4 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Achilles pursuing Hector around the city walls of Troy (colour litho)
6000256 Achilles pursuing Hector around the city walls of Troy (colour litho) by Wulff, Max (1871-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Achilles pursuing Hector around the city walls of Troy)

Buffalo Dance Chorus, c. 1930-39 (tempera on board)
6041515 Buffalo Dance Chorus, c.1930-39 (tempera on board) by Pena, Tonita (Quah Ah) (1893-1949); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Marathon, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
IL322106 The Battle of Marathon, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection

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Spears have played a significant role throughout history, serving as both weapons of war and tools for hunting. From ancient civilizations to modern tribes, the spear has been an emblem of power and skill. In the Roman mosaic depicting the Battle between Alexander and Darius, they can seen clashing in a fierce struggle for dominance. The House of the Faun in Pompeii showcases this masterpiece that immortalizes the intensity of ancient warfare. Ancient Roman costume often featured spears as essential accessories, symbolizing strength and valor. In "The Continence of Scipio, " an oil painting from 1706, we witness how these weapons were intricately woven into their culture's military attire. Even primitive men recognized the effectiveness when hunting formidable creatures like glyptodons. Depicted in cave paintings found in Lesotho, Southern Africa by San Bushmen, these early humans showcased their prowess with these versatile weapons. Moving forward through time, we encounter warriors armed with assegais from Natal Native Contingent (NCC) during battles such as The Zulu Wars. Their skilled handling demonstrated both bravery and tactical expertise on the battlefield. Speaking of The Zulu Wars, one cannot forget about their unique method of advancing to attack known as "the bull. " This strategy involved Zulu warriors brandishing their long-bladed spears while moving swiftly towards their enemies - a sight that struck fear into many hearts. Ancient Greek battles also witnessed countless soldiers wielding powerful spears called dorys. These lethal weapons became synonymous with Greek warfare tactics and helped shape history during pivotal conflicts like Thermopylae or Marathon. One iconic event etched into history is Rorke's Drift during The Zulu War where British soldiers valiantly defended against overwhelming odds using bayonets attached to rifles - essentially turning them into makeshift short-range spears. Traveling further south to Bor District in South Sudan, we encounter Dinka warriors armed with spears.