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Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours, in suit of armour 1489-1512
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Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours, in suit of armour 1489-1512
Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours, military commander in suit of armour with tonlet (armoured skirt) 1489-1512. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a portrait in Galerie des hommes illustres de Toulouse from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France), Administration de Librairie, Paris, 1852
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Armour Armoured Bibliophile Chainmail Cuirass Foix Galerie Gaston Gendarme Hommes Jacob Lance Nemours Skirt Toulouse Illustres Tonnelet
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1. Title: "Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours: A Military Commander in Armor with Tonlet (Armored Skirt), 1489-1512" This handcoloured lithograph showcases Gaston de Foix, Duke of Nemours, a prominent military commander during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The image, created by Leopold Massard after a portrait in the Galerie des hommes illustres de Toulouse, offers a glimpse into the opulence and intricacy of the armor worn by noble knights during this era. Dressed in full armor, Gaston de Foix exudes an aura of power and authority. His chainmail hauberk, made from interlinked rings of metal, covers his torso and arms, providing protection against sharp weapons. The cuirass, a large, flat piece of armor that covers the chest and abdomen, is adorned with intricate engravings and embossed decorations. A tonlet, or armored skirt, extends from the bottom of the cuirass, shielding the duke's legs. Gaston de Foix is depicted holding a sword in his right hand and a lance in his left, symbolizing his readiness for battle. The gendarme, a type of helmet with a visor and a crest, sits atop his head, while a plumed helmet rests at his feet. The image is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating armor during this period. The lithograph, published in Le Bibliophile Jacob's Costumes Historiques de la France, serves as an essential historical document, offering a glimpse into the appearance and weaponry of a powerful military commander during the late Middle Ages. The handcoloured details add an extra layer of visual interest, making this image a valuable resource for scholars, artists, and enthusiasts of historical costume and armor.
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