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German knight in jousting armor, 16th century
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German knight in jousting armor, 16th century
German knight in jousting armor, 16th century.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889
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16thcentury Alteneck Armor Bolted Caparison Cuisses Greaves Jakobheinrichvonhefner Joust Knight Lance Vizor
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1. Title: A Noble Knight in Jousting Armor of the 16th Century This chromolithograph portrays a gallant German knight clad in intricately designed jousting armor from the 16th century. The image, taken from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck's "Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century," published in Frankfurt in 1889, offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of medieval European fashion and warfare. The knight's armor is a testament to the advanced craftsmanship and technological innovations of the time. His kettle helmet, with its distinctive rounded shape and bolted onbuckler, protects his head and upper torso. The vizor, adorned with intricate patterns, shields his eyes and nose. His arms are encased in cuisses and greaves, providing coverage from thigh to shin. The knight's legs are shielded by a vamplate, which extends from his thighs to his feet. His lance, held firmly in his gloved hands, is a symbol of his readiness for the jousting tournament. The knight's horse, bedecked in a caparison, mirrors the knight's regal attire, reflecting the importance of the mount in medieval warfare. This image captures the essence of the scharfrennen (sharp running) and feldrennen (open running) tournaments, where knights on horseback charged at each other with lances, demonstrating their martial prowess and chivalry. The intricate details of the armor, the horse, and the knight's attire provide a captivating window into the rich history of medieval Europe. The chromolithograph's vibrant colors and meticulous detailing bring the image to life, offering a visually stunning representation of a bygone era. This image is not only a testament to the artistic skill of the time but also a reminder of the enduring allure of the medieval period.
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