Broken Lance Collection

Allegorical figure of the Synagogue, from the Legend of St. Ursula, 1482 (oil on panel)
489938 Allegorical figure of the Synagogue, from the Legend of St. Ursula, 1482 (oil on panel) by Master of the Legend of St

Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of Strasbourg
XIR191347 Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of Strasbourg cathedral, c.1230 (stone) (see also 177966) by French School

Don Quixotes Moralising on Ingratitude, from Don Quixote de la Mancha
OTB182311 Don Quixotes Moralising on Ingratitude, from Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel Cervantes (1547-1616) engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan (1822-90) c.1868 (engraving) by Dore

The Battle of San Romano, detail of two cavalrymen engaged in combat, c
BEN85547 The Battle of San Romano, detail of two cavalrymen engaged in combat, c.1450-60 (tempera on panel) (detail of 30690) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); National Gallery, London

Britannias Ruin, pub. 1779 (hand coloured engraving)
2655365 Britannias Ruin, pub. 1779 (hand coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

St. George and the Dragon, predella (panel) (detail of 85578)
BEN85579 St. George and the Dragon, predella (panel) (detail of 85578) by Bellini, Giovanni (c.1430-1516); Museo Civico, Pesaro, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright

Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of the cathedral, c
XIR177966 Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of the cathedral, c.1230 (stone) (b/w photo) (see also 105620) by French School

Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of the cathedral, c
PWI105620 Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of the cathedral, c.1230 (stone) (see also 177966) by French School

Lords Montfoort Memorial Tablet Memorial table
The Lords of Montfoort, Memorial Tablet for the Lords of Montfoort, Memorial table of the Lords of Montfoort. On the left, Mary sits with the Christ child on a throne

Annunciation and Saints, 1500 (for detail see 84595)
BAL33423 Annunciation and Saints, 1500 (for detail see 84595) by Francia, (Francesco di Marco Raibolini) Il (1450-1517); Pinacoteca Nazionale, Bologna, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

St. George Struggling with the Dragon, c. 1503-05 (oil on panel) (see also 95727)
XIR15971 St. George Struggling with the Dragon, c.1503-05 (oil on panel) (see also 95727) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); 29.5x25.5 cm; Louvre, Paris

St George on horseback piercing a devil, print maker: Caspar Luyken, Jacob Lindenberg, 1705

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"Broken Lance: Symbolism and Struggles in Art" In the realm of art, the broken lance serves as a powerful allegorical figure, representing various themes and struggles throughout history. One notable depiction is found in the painting "Allegorical figure of The Synagogue, from the south transept portal of Strasbourg. " Here, the broken lance embodies the challenges faced by religious institutions such as Judaism. Another artwork that showcases this symbol is "Don Quixote's Moralising on Ingratitude, " derived from Cervantes' masterpiece. As Don Quixote ponders upon his unappreciated efforts, a broken lance lies at his side, signifying disillusionment and disappointment. The Battle of San Romano provides yet another glimpse into this motif. Amidst fierce combat, two cavalrymen engage with their lances shattered - an embodiment of valorous struggle against insurmountable odds. Moving forward in time to 1779, we encounter "Britannia's Ruin, " an engraving depicting Britain's decline during political turmoil. A broken lance prominently features here too; it represents a nation divided and weakened by internal strife. Shifting gears to mythology-inspired artistry, we find St. George bravely battling a fearsome dragon in intricate detail within a predella panel. With his trusty steed charging forth and his lance poised for attack – unbroken – he epitomizes courage triumphing over adversity. Returning to religious symbolism once more brings us back to "Allegorical figure of The Synagogue. " This portrayal highlights Judaism's struggles through its representation as a wounded warrior clutching onto her own fractured weapon. Furthermore, knights engaged in tournament battles often encountered shattered lances amidst their contests. Plates from "A History of Development" capture these moments where chivalry meets destruction head-on repeatedly - reminding us that even noble pursuits can lead to defeat or sacrifice. Lastly but not least, the Lords Montfoort Memorial Tablet immortalizes fallen knights.