Suits Of Armour Collection

The Armoury, Governor's Palace, Malta: the Ancient Palace of the Knights of Malta, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Armoury, Governor's Palace, Malta: the Ancient Palace of the Knights of Malta, 1876. The ancient Palace of the Grand Masters of the Order of St

Mounted warriors, leaf from a Shahnama, 741 AH/AD 1341. Creator: Unknown
Mounted warriors, leaf from a Shahnama, 741 AH/AD 1341. Page from a dispersed illustrated and illuminated manuscript of Firdawsi's Shahnamah (Book of kings)

The Defeat of Michihide by the Old Retainers, 1864. Creator: Yoshitsuya
The Defeat of Michihide by the Old Retainers, 1864. Series: Fifty-four Tales of the Gourd Group, number 34

Battle with knights, 1842-1850. Creator: Roeland Christiaan Korthals
Battle with knights, 1842-1850. Mounted knights in armour fighting, while two other men fall injured to the ground. In the background is a flag with the text Now or never. Overcome or die'

The Oldham Lyceum Educational and Industrial Exhibition - the Baronial Hall, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Oldham Lyceum Educational and Industrial Exhibition - the Baronial Hall, 1854. Display in Yorkshire....the Baronial Hall...has been fitted up with great taste, by Mr, George Shaw, of Saddleworth

Presentation of Lord Palmerston's portrait to the inhabitants of Dover... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of Lord Palmerston's portrait to the inhabitants of Dover - the Premier addressing the town council in the Maison Dieu Hall

Interior at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310453 Interior at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The chimneypiece in the Great Hall, Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294568 The chimneypiece in the Great Hall, Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Suit of Armour of the Reign of Henry VIII (engraving)
1604630 Suit of Armour of the Reign of Henry VIII (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suit of Armour of the Reign of Henry VIII)

Royal Armoury, Turin, Italy (litho)
5997181 Royal Armoury, Turin, Italy (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Armoury of Turin, Italy)

Our Noble Ancestor (engraving)
1621688 Our Noble Ancestor (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Noble Ancestor. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, Christmas Number 1878)

Vulcans Forge (oil)
AGN284375 Vulcans Forge (oil) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705); Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; Italian, out of copyright

The Tower of London (coloured engraving)
728658 The Tower of London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tower of London: the Horse Armoury)

The Tiwer of London: the Armory, the Horse Armory and Wild Beasts in the Tower
6340341 The Tiwer of London: the Armory, the Horse Armory and Wild Beasts in the Tower by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: The Tiwer of London: the Armory)

A scene from the play Monna Vanna at Court Theatre. June 1911 P010744

MacCallum and Hutcheon, illustration from Redgauntlet by Sir Walter Scott
KW284714 MacCallum and Hutcheon, illustration from Redgauntlet by Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) published 1843 (litho) by Cruikshank

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Step into the world of knights and chivalry as you explore the captivating realm of suits of armour. From the grand interiors at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, to the exquisite chimneypiece in Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire, these black and white photos transport us back in time. Marvel at the Suit of Armour from the Reign of Henry VIII, depicted in an enchanting engraving. Its intricate details and regal presence evoke a sense of power and authority that once graced battlefields long ago. Journey further to Turin, Italy, where the Royal Armoury showcases an array of armoured masterpieces through a lithograph that captures their magnificence. In another engraving titled "Our Noble Ancestor, " we glimpse into our heritage as we honor those who donned these protective shells with pride. The oil painting "Vulcans Forge" transports us to a mythical realm where skilled craftsmen meticulously forged these remarkable pieces. Abbotsford's Hall comes alive through watercolor on paper; its walls adorned with suits of armour that tell tales untold. The Tower of London stands tall in a colored engraving, reminding us of its historical significance as it houses countless treasures from centuries past. The Armory within its walls holds not only weapons but also stories waiting to be discovered. In June 1911 at Court Theatre's production Monna Vanna, actors brought this era to life on stage while MacCallum and Hutcheon illustrated Sir Walter Scott's Redgauntlet with vivid imagery. Travel across continents to Valletta, Malta's Grand Masters Palace where Europe meets elegance within its Armory. Here lies yet another testament to mankind's ingenuity and craftsmanship throughout history and can more than mere metal; they embody courage, honor, and tradition passed down through generations.