Antique Armor

Bust length with curled hair, moustache, lace collar, armour, and sash. Source unknown, to be determined.

At the center of the base and next to the columns stands the sculpture of a Roman soldier, dressed in armor and holding a sword extracted from the sheath.

With craftsmen moving from arms and armour to decorative objects in their stead, a tremendous amount of creative skill was transferred to the making of objects such as this.

Old print of Richard Beuchamp, 5th Earl of Warwick, standing on a platform within the walls of a castle, wearing armour, a dagger, and garter on his left leg. Originates from 'Select...

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

This beautiful Limoges enamel plaque depicts a knight in full armour. He is portrayed turning towards the viewer, as though he is about to unsheathe his sword.

A gorget originally referred to a piece of armor protecting the throat, but by the 18th century, it had become more of a decorative military insignia worn by officers.

The officer is depicted in full ceremonial attire, including dark plate armor with gold embellishments and ornate puffed sleeves, characteristic of Renaissance-inspired Swiss Guard u...

With a basic and rather crude finish, they were often produced by blade smiths or armour manufacturers. It was during the Edo period, with the artistic boom generated by the stabilit...

The tunic is worn over a suit of armor, with visible chainmail at the joints for flexibility.

The front of the base features a large gilded bronze plaque, intricately detailed with symbols of imperial Rome, including armor, spears, fascia, and incense burners, further emphasi...

The composition features a central figure on horseback, clad in armor and a red cloak, speaking with a monk or priest who is offering a blessing or guidance.

This intricate oak fire-place mantle also comes with two knights in armour, standing on pilars and they are like the gatekeepers or guards to this marvelous mantle.

The armour’s style evolves separately from the early 16th century.

A circa 1725 oil on canvas portrait of Louis George Simpert, as Hereditary Prince, the future Margrave of Baden-Baden (Deutsch: Ludwig Georg Simpert, Markgraf von Baden-Baden) portr...

The Shakudo pieces originated in the Samurai period in Japan and were created by esteemed artists who made ornaments to adorn swords and armor. When the Samurai period ended, these ...

Notably the pony is not armored, but rather is posed in parade trappings, the image perhaps depicting Charles VII (French, 1403-1461) at his coronation at Reims Cathedral in 1429.

The Shakudo pieces originated in the Samurai period in Japan and were created by esteemed artists who made ornaments to adorn swords and armor. When the Samurai period ended, these ...

Original vintage travel poster for the historical South Coast towns of Hastings & St Leonards in Sussex featuring stunning artwork by the British painter Elijah Albert Cox (1876-1955...

The map is embellished with a decorative distance scale and title cartouche featuring two armored soldiers.

During the Momoyama period some helmets and armor reflect the influence of Iberian armament but the shape of the Japanese stirrups remained unaltered.

A peninsula located in the Côtes-d'Armor in northern Brittany, the terrain of Cape Fréhel is dominated by imposing cliffs, making it difficult to access by sea.

The console is raised on a scalloped shaped base with a foliate gilt band below two open winged dragon like figures wearing silver and gilt armor. The dragons are standing above dolp...

The finest examples of repoussé are represented in the famous work on bronze Greek armor from the 3rd or 4th century BC. Repoussé is often confused with embossing.

Still wearing all in brass armour and silk clothing. Made from carved pine sections and full articulated.

The finest examples of repoussé are represented in the famous work on bronze Greek armor from the 3rd or 4th century BC. Repoussé is often confused with embossing.

His tomb is famous for its effigy in full armor and heraldic details, capturing his status as a medieval knight. 3.

They were intended to defend Germany’s coastal waters from potential threats and were heavily armored for this purpose, with substantial armament that allowed them to engage enemy sh...

Bust length with beard, closed ruff, armour, and with sash over right shoulder. Artists and Engravers: Pieter Tanje (1706-1761) was an 18th century Dutch engraver from the Norther...

Folio (14 x 18 inches), morocco, gilt title, 50 leaves with 130 albumen photos on both sides depicting Spanish buildings and landscapes, artwork, armor, and other objects, all edges ...

This article aims to clarify the context and background for this enthusiastic comment, using the archive of Frederick Stibbert (1838-1906), a British citizen born in Florence who cre...

The border with suits of armor, helmets, shields, quivers and bows, all amidst a floral background. nnThe Aubusson tapestry manufacture of the 17th and 18th centuries managed to comp...

This stunning example shows Perseus (who was the Son of Zeus and Danae, the daughter of Arcrisius of Argos) triumphantly standing in full armour, looking to the right and holding a s...

Minerva is commonly depicted as tall with an athletic and muscular build, as well as wearing armour and carrying a spear. As the most important Roman goddess, she is highly revered, ...

Old print of Friedrich Herman, 1st Duke of Schomberg, in profile to right looking at viewer over his right shoulder wearing armour and a long wig in an architectural oval with a vign...

To his right, a knight stands in full armor, holding a shield emblazoned with a red cross, indicating his affiliation with the Knights Templar.

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

Original antique travel advertising poster for Adria Ausstellung / The Adriatic Exhibition featuring a stunning illustration by Kurt Libesny (1892-1938) of a knight in armour holding...

St.Michael has also his armor because he is the leader of the heavenly armies.

"The Ring of the Niblung", "The Rhinegold: Prelude; The Valkyrie: First Day of the Trilogy; Siegfried: Second Day of the Trilogy; The Twilight of the Gods: Third Day of the Trilogy" ...

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

In the foreground on the ground are placed objects evoking the art of fire: a pile of pieces of armor and weapons, on a table clocks and dishes.

Dinan is a walled medieval Breton town and commune in the Côtes-d'Armor department of northwestern France. Enclosed by nearly three kilometres of ramparts, the town and its 14th-cent...

Half length with curled hair, moustache, lace collar, armour, and sash, with the Order of the Holy Spirit, holding a baton in right hand.

- Slightly worn in places, base minimally bumped, otherwise in excellent condition - Ready to strike - The crusader gazes resolutely over his raised shield at the enemy, his ...

Commonly worn by the Samurai warriors during 16th century when warfare was common in feudal Japan, this type of loose jacket, as a surcoat on top the armor, served as an extra protec...

To the right stands the beautiful Minerva in her armor holding a spear and draped in a flowing garment.

The top rail with two putti holding an armorial star-shaped cartouche with the interlaced L's of Louis XVIII, King of France, titled ‘Bordeaux 12 Mars 1814’, beneath a crown. This ar...

The warriors portrayed standing, dressed in form fitting, elaborate layered Armor with fitted helmets. The breastplates feature impressive taotie masks at the shoulders.

The figures are clad in different armor and one man is fully bearded (while the other has a mustache only), but they are clearly depicting men from the same region.

Hand crafted, exceptional quality, deep rich polychrome color, the finely detailed antique sculpture featured posed atop base of clouds, appearing to be floating forward through the ...

For a long time, he was represented as the conqueror of death, covered in his armour, with a sword in his fist, but from the middle of the 15th century, still wearing armour, he is w...

He produced some absolutely fascinating and attractive engravings on subjects such as ancient artillery, fortification, armor and weapons. Collectors of rare prints will know how har...

He is portrayed wearing Roman leather armour, the breastplate with a central lion’s mask radiating lightning bolts.

Originating in the Lokapala deity of the Buddhist religion, which came to China from the West, this type of armored tomb guardian had an apotropaic function in Chinese burials.

This print originates from 'A critical inquiry into antient armour as it existed in Europe (..)' by Sir Samuel Rush Meyrick.

He was born at Plouha, in today's Côtes-d'Armor département, in France. At an early age he was intended for the priesthood, and placed under the care of the brothers Lamennais, but h...