German joust, mid 16th century
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German joust, mid 16th 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
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16thcentury Alteneck Armor Blackman Buckler Caparison Helm Jakobheinrichvonhefner Knight Nuremburg Shield Tankard Tournamentbook Rennen
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This stunning chromolithograph, titled "German Joust, mid-16th Century," offers a captivating glimpse into the world of medieval knighthood and the thrilling spectacle of a tournament. The image, taken from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck's Costumes, Artworks, and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, published in Frankfurt in 1889, depicts a dynamic scene of knights engaged in a rennen, or running at the ring, a common event during tournaments. At the center of the composition, a knight in full armor, wearing a helmet adorned with a lion rampant crest, charges towards the viewer with a determined expression. His caparisoned horse, its mane and tail flowing in the wind, matches the knight's armor, adding an impressive visual impact. The knight's shield, bearing a black cross on a white background, is held steady by a squire, while the knight's left hand grips a lance, poised to strike the opponent. To the right, another knight, identified as Sebald Geiger, wears a distinctive black helmet with a white cross, and his shield bears the image of a black man, likely representing St. Maurice, the patron saint of soldiers. The knight on the left, identified as Pangratzollner, wears a helmet with a tankard as his crest, and his shield displays a helm. The tournament book lying open on the ground suggests the importance of recording the events of the day, while the knights' armor, adorned with intricate designs and embellishments, showcases the craftsmanship and wealth of the participants. This image offers a glimpse into the fashion, history, and culture of the medieval period, providing a fascinating window into the world of knighthood and the thrilling tournaments of the 16th century.
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