Adoubement Collection

Literature. Don Quixote dubed knight. Illustration: Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (1605-1615), Munich (Germany)
3434405 Literature. Don Quixote dubed knight. Illustration: Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes (1605-1615), Munich (Germany), 1880 (colour engraving); (add.info.: Litterature. Coll. Part)

King Edward VII (1841 - 1910) conferring a knighthood
3062039 King Edward VII (1841 - 1910) conferring a knighthood.; Private Collection; (add.info.: From Living London, published 1903).

Francois 1st, armed knight after the Battle of Marignan (1515). 19th century (engraving)
PCT5618265 Francois 1st, armed knight after the Battle of Marignan (1515). 19th century (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Francois 1st (Francois Premier, Francois 1st)

Queen Elizabeth I (1530-1603) knights Francis Drake (1540-96), illustration from Heroes of History (colour litho)
IL212317 Queen Elizabeth I (1530-1603) knights Francis Drake (1540-96), illustration from Heroes of History (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection

Bayard knighting Francis I, illustration from Francois Ier: Le Roi Chevalier
STC441422 Bayard knighting Francis I, illustration from Francois Ier: Le Roi Chevalier, by George G. Toudouze, pub. 1909 (colour litho) by Robida

Fr. 120 f. 522v The Knighting of Lancelot from The Story of Lancelot in
REV128468 Fr.120 f.522v The Knighting of Lancelot from The Story of Lancelot in La Quite de Saint Graal (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French

Ms 149 t. 3 fol. 95v Appointment of Two Knights, from the
XIR189495 Ms 149 t.3 fol.95v Appointment of Two Knights, from the Histoire des Nobles Princes de Hainaut, by Jacques de Guise (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale

Ms Fr 343 f. 79 Arming a knight on a battlefield, from Lancelot du Lac
XIR162961 Ms Fr 343 f.79 Arming a knight on a battlefield, from Lancelot du Lac (vellum) (b/w photo) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Pierre du Terrail (1476-1524) Chevalier de Bayard knighting Francis I (1494-1547
CHT162754 Pierre du Terrail (1476-1524) Chevalier de Bayard knighting Francis I (1494-1547) 1909 (litho) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ms 3142 fol. 179 Armament of a knight, from Recueil de Poesies Francaises, c
XIR154948 Ms 3142 fol.179 Armament of a knight, from Recueil de Poesies Francaises, c.1280-90 (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; French

Emperor Sigismund (1367-1437) of Luxemburg dubbing a Knight (colour woodcut)
CHT212756 Emperor Sigismund (1367-1437) of Luxemburg dubbing a Knight (colour woodcut) by German School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Polonaise, Paris

The Accolade, 1901 (oil on canvas)
CH19682 The Accolade, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922); 182.3x108 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Investiture of the Order of the Bath, plate from The Seat of War in the East
STC122426 The Investiture of the Order of the Bath, plate from The Seat of War in the East, pub. by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co

Ms 3479 fol. 1 The Story of Lancelot and the Quest for the Holy Grail
XIR192125 Ms 3479 fol.1 The Story of Lancelot and the Quest for the Holy Grail, from the Livre de Messire Lancelot du Lac (vellum) (see also 178930) by French School

First promotion of the knights of the Order of Saint-Louis by Louis XIV in Versailles
JLJ4644003 First promotion of the knights of the Order of Saint-Louis by Louis XIV in Versailles on 8 May 1693 Painting by Francois Marot (1666-1719) 17th century Sun. 51 x 0, 76 m

King Richard Ii Knighting The Kings Of Connaught, Ulster, Thomond And Leinster In 1394. Richard Ii, 1367 To 1400. Eighth King Of England. Drawn By H. Warren. From History Of Ireland, Published C.1854

Queen Elizabeth I (1530-1603) knighting Francis Drake (1540-96) from Illustrations of English
KW259461 Queen Elizabeth I (1530-1603) knighting Francis Drake (1540-96) from Illustrations of English and Scottish History Volume I (engraving) by Gilbert

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"Adoubement: The Timeless Tradition of Knighthood" In the rich tapestry of history, adoubement stands as a symbol of honor and valor. From Queen Elizabeth I to Emperor Sigismund, this ancient ceremony has bestowed knighthood upon worthy individuals throughout the ages. One such momentous occasion was when Queen Elizabeth I knighted Francis Drake, an intrepid explorer whose voyages expanded England's influence across the globe. Captured in a vibrant illustration from Heroes of History, this event immortalizes the queen's recognition of Drake's bravery and achievements. Another iconic scene depicts Bayard knighting Francis I, captured beautifully in an illustration from Francois Ier: Le Roi Chevalier. This act exemplifies chivalry at its finest, as Bayard bestows knighthood upon a monarch known for his love for arts and culture. The tale continues with Lancelot's journey towards becoming a knight. In Fr. 120 f. 522v from The Story of Lancelot, we witness his transformation through adoubement into one of Arthurian legend's most revered knights. From medieval manuscripts like Ms 149 t. 3 fol. 95v Appointment of Two Knights to battlefield scenes depicted in Ms Fr 343 f. 79 Arming a knight on a battlefield from Lancelot du Lac - these illustrations showcase the meticulous preparations involved before embracing knighthood. Pierre du Terrail takes center stage as he knights Francis I in Ms 3142 fol. 179 Armament of a knight from Recueil de Poesies Francaises - capturing their shared dedication to honor and duty during tumultuous times. Emperor Sigismund adds another layer to this tradition with his dubbing ceremony portrayed vividly in a color woodcut - emphasizing how adoubement transcends borders and cultures while upholding noble ideals. "The Accolade, " painted by Edmund Blair Leighton in 1901, immortalizes the romanticized vision of adoubement.