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Tournament helmet from the mid-15th century
Tournament helmet with coat of arms on rear from the mid-15th century. From the collection of Prince Karl Anton of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889. Illustration by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by C.R. Dr. Hefner-Alteneck (1811 - 1903) was a German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator and etcher
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12th Altar Alteneck Appliances Archive Artworks Dresden Headdress Hefner Heinrich Iillustration Jakob Nuremberg Tournament Veil Wimple 15th Oberwesel
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1. Title: Mid-15th Century Tournament Helmet with Coat of Arms: A Glimpse into Medieval Women's Fashion and Chivalric Traditions This chromolithograph, created by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck in 1889, showcases a mid-15th century tournament helmet adorned with an elaborate coat of arms on its rear. The helmet, part of the esteemed collection of Prince Karl Anton of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval women's fashion, chivalric traditions, and artistic craftsmanship. The helmet, with its intricately designed visor and protective crest, represents the height of armor-making during the late Middle Ages. The coat of arms on the rear, featuring a cross and other heraldic symbols, reveals the identity and status of its wearer. This helmet was not merely a piece of protective gear but also a symbol of power and prestige. The image is further enhanced by the depiction of a woman, likely a lady of the court, wearing a richly decorated wimple, veil, and headdress. The wimple, a long strip of fabric worn around the neck and chin, was a common element of medieval women's fashion. The veil, draped over the head and secured with a headdress, was an essential accessory that signified modesty and piety. This illustration, drawn from the collections of various museums and archives, including those in Oberwesel, Nuremberg, and Dresden, offers a unique perspective on the fusion of art, history, and fashion during the Middle Ages. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant colors of the chromolithograph bring the past to life, allowing us to appreciate the intricacies of medieval art and culture. Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, a renowned German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator, and etcher, expertly captured the essence of this remarkable artifact, providing us with a valuable record of the past that continues to inspire and intrigue.
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