Swords Collection (page 100)

3rd Dragoon Guards, 1915. Artist: LE Buckell
3rd Dragoon Guards, 1915. A print from a supplement of The Army and Navy Gazette, (London, 3 July 1915)

Trooping the Colour on the queens birthday, St Jamess Park, London, 1900. Artist: Sydney Prior Hall
Trooping the Colour on the queens birthday, St Jamess Park, London, 1900. Military event to celebrate Queen Victorias birthday

The Pel Quintain, 14th century, (1883)
The Pel Quintin, 14th century, (1833). The quintain was a log or tree stump on which a knight practised his sword strokes

Chartist Agitation, the Police Force on Bonners Fields, 1848, (1900). Policemen smoking clay pipes and drinking beer during political unrest in London

Sir Robert and Lady Sale, 19th century. Sir Robert Henry Sale (1784-1845), British soldier, and his wife Lady Florentia Sale (1790?-1853)

Smugglers Alarmed, 18th century. Artist: W Clerk
Smugglers Alarmed, 18th century. One man watches through the keyhole, another loads a pistol and a third hides contraband. High customs duties meant that smuggling was rife

The Indian Juggler, 1818. Performing his astonishing feats of activity - a performer balancing a sword on his chin, or possibly swallowing it

Charles II knighting a loin of beef. Artist: Gilbert
Charles II knighting a loin of beef. According to legend, an English king - Henry VIII, James I or Charles II - was so fond of beef that he knighted it, giving it the name Sir Loin

Episodes in the history of Belgium up until the 13th century: Baldwin I of Constantinople, (c1900). The taking of Constantinople by Baldwin (Baudouin) IX of Flanders

The chief knightly orders of Spain and Portugal, 1791, (1902). Designs of the knightly orders which possess special insignia

Claude of Lorraine, first Duke of Guise, (1496-1550). Artist: Sarbant
Claude of Lorraine, first Duke of Guise, (1496-1550). Portrait of Claude who was first Duke of Guise from 1528 to his death

Expulsion of Members by Cromwell, 1653, (18th century). The Dismissal of the Long Parliament; Oliver Cromwell expels members of the House of Commons

The Defence of Basing House, 1640s, (19th century). Scene from a mural fresco by Charles West Cope in the Peers Corridor, Palace of Westminster

The House of Lords in the Time of Charles I, 17th century, (c1902-1905). The King sits on the throne with the Lords Spiritual and Temporal in their robes

Sword dance, (1833). Young men dance among the points of swords. An engraving from The Sports and Pastimes of the people of England, by Joseph Strutt, (London, 1833)

Policemen, Rotterdam, 1898. Artist: James Batkin
Policemen, Rotterdam, 1898. Illustration from a book of photographs taken in Holland and Belgium by James Batkin, (1898)

People on a bench, Rotterdam, 1898. Artist: James Batkin
People on a bench, Rotterdam, 1898. Illustration from a book of photographs taken in Holland and Belgium by James Batkin, (1898)

Robinson Crusoe, c1719. Illustration from Daniel Defoes The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe of York, Mariner

The Battle of Ferozeshah, India, 1845, (1900). The Battle was fought between the British and the Sikhs at the village of Ferozeshah in the Punjab. The British won, but only just

The King of Cochin riding on an elephant, attended by his Nayro s, c1745. Illustration from Thomas Astleys A New General Collection of Voyages and Travels; consisting of the most esteemed relations

The Last Cart, 1845. Artist: J Somerville
The Last Cart, 1845

Prince William Henry as a midshipman on board the Prince George, (1831). Artist: R Page
Prince William Henry as a midshipman on board the Prince George, (1831). The future King William IV (1765-1837) was the third son of King George III

Malcolm IV, King of Scotland. Malcolm IV (c1141-1165) succeeded his grandfather David I as King of the Scots in 1153

The Battle of Waterloo, 1815, (c1850s). French cavalry charging British infantry, 18 June 1815. The final and decisive battle of the Napoleonic Wars

Death of Sir John Moore, 1809, (c1850s). Moore (1761-1809) commanded the British forces at the Battle of Corunna (La Coruna), Peninsular War, Spain 16 January 1809

Death of General Wolfe, 1759 (c1850s). James Wolfe died during the battle to take Quebec from the French in 1759. Colour plate taken from the book Pictures of English History

The Battle of The Boyne, 1690, (c1850s). The Battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland for the English, Scottish and Irish thrones. The forces of William III defeated those of the deposed James II

A Cavalier: time of Louis XIII, 1861, (1912). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
A Cavalier: time of Louis XIII, 1861, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

The Romans Conquer Britain, (c1850). The first Roman invasion of Britain took place in 55 BC. Colour plate from Pictures of English History, George Routledge & Sons, (London, New York, c1850)

Edward I Attacks Scotland, (c1850). King Edward (1239-1307) fighting the Scots. Colour plate from Pictures of English History, George Routledge & Sons, (London, New York, c1850)

Henry III And The Barons, (c1850). King Henry III (1207-1272). Colour plate from Pictures of English History, George Routledge & Sons, (London, New York, c1850)

Sergeant, costume design for Shakespeares play, Henry VIII, 19th century. A 19th-century costume design for William Shakespeares (1564-1616) play, Henry VIII

Holder of a sword, costume design for Shakespeares play, Henry VIII, 19th century. A 19th-century costume design for William Shakespeares (1564-1616) play, Henry VIII

Baron, costume design for Shakespeares play, Henry VIII, 19th century. A 19th-century costume design of a man with a cardinals hat emblem on his doublet, for William Shakespeares (1564-1616) play

King George V touches the Citys Sword, at Temple Bar, London, 1930s. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

King George V knights Vice-Admiral Pakenham aboard HMS Princess Royal, c1930s
King George V knights Vice-Admiral Vice-Admiral Pakenham aboard HMS Princess Royal, c1930s. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

King George V and his family, c1930s. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury, a souvenir book published as Edward VIII was crowned following the death of his

The Cavalier, 1885. According to the ordinance of 1766, France

The Charlatan At The Louvre, Paris, (1885). Artist: Jean Duplessis-Bertaux
The Charlatan At The Louvre, Paris, (1885). An 18th-century quack plays to a crowd

Coronation ceremony of George V, Westminster Abbey, London, 22 June, 1911. Artist: John Benjamin Stone
Coronation ceremony of George V, Westminster Abbey, London, 22 June, 1911. King George V and Queen Mary occupying their chairs of estate

Page from the Biblia Pauperum, 15th century, (1870). 28th xylographic page of the Biblia Pauperum or Bible of the Poor. Illustration from The Arts of the Middle Ages

Archangel St Michael, (1870). An engraving after a miniature made between c1477-1514, in Anne de Bretagnes Book of Hours. Illustration from The Arts of the Middle Ages

Scenes of medieval life, 13th century, (1870). A wood engraving after a miniature in a psalter, representing warlike, scientific, commercial, and agricultural works

St Catherine and St Agnes, 15th century, (1870). Artist: Franz Kellerhoven
St Catherine and St Agnes, 15th century, (1870). A chromolithographic print from The Arts of the Middle Ages and at the Period of the Renaissance, by Paul LaCroix, London, 1870

Justice, tarot card, 14th century, (1870)
Justice, tarot card from the Charles VI or Gringonneur deck, 14th century, (1870). Taken from a deck in the Bibliotheque Imperiale, Paris

Sword of Charlemagne, c8th century, (1870). Sword belonging to the Frankish king and emperor Charlemagne (742-814 AD), preserved at the Weltliche Schatzkammer (Imperial Treasury) in Vienna, Austria

Francois, Duke of Anjou and Alencon, in damascened armour, 16th century, (1870). Damascened work is steel inlaid with gold or other metals

Sir William de Ryther, (1924). From a brass in Ryther Church, Yorkshire

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"Swords: A Timeless Symbol of Power and Valor" From the iconic battle cries of "Scotland for Ever" to the heroic charge of the Scots Greys at Waterloo, they have played a pivotal role in shaping history. Whether it was The Light Dragoons from 1790 to 1992 or the gallant warriors donning Ancient Roman costumes, these blades were more than mere weapons – they represented honor and courage. The Staffordshire Regiment, known for their unwavering loyalty, carried swords that embodied their indomitable spirit. And in Down to the Dregs, an artwork capturing life in 1880s England, we catch a glimpse of how they were an integral part of society's fabric. In Paolo Uccello's masterpiece depicting The Battle of San Romano from c1438, we witness the sheer artistry behind wielding a sword amidst chaos. JMW Turner's painting titled The Angel Standing in the Sun showcases not only his mastery but also highlights how swords could be seen as divine instruments. Tsukioka Yoshitoshi's Fudo Myoo Threatening a Novice reminds us that these blades held both power and danger. Arthur Wellesley, better known as Duke of Wellington, exemplified this duality during his leadership from 1814-1815. Herbert Norris' portrayal of Boadicea portrays a Celtic Chieftainess with her sword raised high – symbolizing resistance against oppression. Even playing cards like Goodall & Son Ltd. 's King of Spades recognized the regality associated with these weapons. Lastly, John Pettie's artwork called The Vigil captures a moment frozen in time where soldiers stand guard with swords drawn – ready to defend what they hold dear. Through centuries and across cultures, they have remained steadfast symbols embodying strength and bravery. These timeless artifacts continue to captivate our imagination while reminding us that sometimes it takes more than words alone to shape the course of history.