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Archery Collection

Archery, an ancient art of precision and skill, has captivated the hearts of many throughout history

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Archery Collection: Diana the Huntress, fresco from the house Stabia at Pompeii
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Archery Collection: Scottish Types - Archery, Clan Murray
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Archery Collection: Archery / Women / Face On
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Archery Collection: Eros / Cupid Stothard
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Archery Collection: Archer Cupid as a toilet sign, Oktoberfest, Munich, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany
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Archery Collection: Longbowmen during the Hundred Years War
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Archery Collection: Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, 1816. Creator: John Martin
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Archery Collection: Shooters Hill
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Archery Collection: Archery Match, 1828
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Archery Collection: Frontispiece to The Art of Archerie, 1634 (engraving)
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Archery Collection: Horse Back Archery Competition (Yabusame)
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Archery Collection: Archery Meeting 1822
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Archery Collection: Uller the Bowman
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Archery Collection: Measuring a Gold
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Archery Collection: Wolf-skins disguising Native American hunters
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Archery Collection: Papua, New Guinea, native village
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Archery Collection: Victorian Silhouettes by H. L. Oakley
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Archery Collection: Ekalavya & Drona
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Archery Collection: Two of the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, early 14th century
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Archery Collection: Illustration of English and Welsh archers using cross bows against attacking French army during
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Archery Collection: Charlotte Dod
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Archery Collection: Asser and Sherwins Archery and Cricket Repository, London
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Archery Collection: Amazons of the Bow: A Sketch at an Archery Meeting (coloured engraving)
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Archery Collection: Mrs. Florence Suthers of the North Cheshire Bowmen March 1953 D1372
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Archery Collection: Ekalavya, 1913. Artist: Nandalal Bose
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Archery Collection: Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional
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Archery Collection: GGBR2A-00028
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Archery Collection: Traditional costume and horse
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Archery Collection: English Archery
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Archery Collection: Medieval men playing the archery game of Popinjay
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Archery Collection: Meeting of the Worcestershire Archery Society in the Grounds of Lea Castle, Wolverley
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Archery Collection: The Education of Achilles by the Centaur Chiron (engraving)
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Archery Collection: ELIZABETH I W / CROSSBOW
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Archery Collection: Siege scene, c1260, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
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Archery Collection: WASHINGTON D. C. : ARCHERY. Four young women from the Marjorie Webster school identified
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Archery Collection: A Ladies Archery Match in Regents Park
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Archery Collection: Portrait of Lady Georgiana Spencer, Henrietta Spencer and George Viscount Althorp, c
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Archery Collection: Nottingham, c1910. Creator: Unknown
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Archery Collection: Pen-and-ink drawing by Albert Edward Sterner, 1886
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Archery Collection: Flying Archers
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Archery Collection: King Henry VIII watching archery contest
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Archery Collection: Clan Mackinnon
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Archery Collection: Boy doing archery, Forges-les-Eaux, Seine Maritime, France, Europe
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Archery Collection: Apollo (Tooke)
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Archery Collection: Buddhas Archery Skill
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Archery Collection: Archery competition, Leamington Spa, 1870
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Archery Collection: View of Nadezhda Bay in the Northern Part of Sakhalin Island, 1813


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Archery, an ancient art of precision and skill, has captivated the hearts of many throughout history. From the legendary Diana the Huntress depicted in a fresco from the house Stabia at Pompeii to Scottish archery practiced by Clan Murray, this sport has transcended time and cultures. Intriguingly, even Cupid himself is portrayed as an archer in various artworks like Eros/Cupid Stothard or as a quirky toilet sign during Oktoberfest in Munich. Archery truly knows no bounds. One cannot overlook Shooters Hill, where archers have honed their craft for centuries. It stands as a testament to the dedication and passion that archers possess. During medieval times, longbowmen played a crucial role in warfare such as during the Hundred Years War. Their accuracy and power were unmatched on the battlefield. Artistic depictions also showcase significant moments related to archery. In John Martin's masterpiece "Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, " we witness Joshua's commanding presence with his bow drawn back. Archery meetings and matches have been held since ancient times; an 1822 gathering exemplifies how this sport brought people together across generations. The frontispiece of "The Art of Archerie" published in 1634 showcases not only skilled archers but also highlights its artistic allure through intricate engravings. Horseback archery competitions like Yabusame demonstrate both equestrian skills and precise shooting techniques combined into one breathtaking display. Whether it be historical figures or modern-day enthusiasts, women have made their mark on this discipline too. The face-on portrayal of female archers reminds us that gender is no barrier when it comes to mastering this age-old craft. Archery continues to inspire individuals worldwide with its blend of strength, focus, and elegance. As we admire these diverse hints from different eras and places - from Pompeii to Munich, from Scotland to Japan.