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A medieval tourney with cudgel, sword and lance
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A medieval tourney with cudgel, sword and lance
A medieval tourney with cudgel, sword and lance. From an illustration in Georg Ruxners Origins of the Tourney in the German Nation, 1532. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages, Chez Collignon, Metz, 1810
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Cudgel Georg Lance Melee Nation Origins Principal Spalart Tournament Tourney
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This image transports us back to the medieval era, showcasing the thrilling spectacle of a tourney or jousting tournament. The print, taken from Georg Ruxner's "Origins of the Tourney in the German Nation," published in 1532, offers a vivid depiction of the event as it unfolded during this time. At the heart of the scene, knights in full armor engage in a melee, their cudgels and swords clashing against shields and armor. The intensity of the moment is palpable, as the knights strive for victory in this physical contest of skill and strength. In the background, other knights prepare for their turns, their lances at the ready, while spectators look on with rapt attention. The hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Robert von Spalart's "Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages," published in Metz in 1810, provides a striking visual representation of the medieval tourney. The intricate details of the armor, the expressions on the faces of the knights and spectators, and the dynamic composition all serve to transport us back in time and immerse us in the rich history of this fascinating period.
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