Shields Collection (page 14)

Medal commemorating the marriage of Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Battenberg
TML419675 Medal commemorating the marriage of Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Battenberg, 1885 (silver) (reverse of 419673) by Wyon

Soldiers spring from the Serpents teeth or Cadmo getta I denti del serpente e
STC415836 Soldiers spring from the Serpents teeth or Cadmo getta I denti del serpente e nascono Guerrieri, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses, Florence, 1832 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ademollo

Miscellaneous articles
LLM455389 Miscellaneous articles by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miscellaneous articles. Illustration from The Costumes of All Nations by Albert Kretschmer)

Prince of Wales crest
LLM461350 Prince of Wales crest by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince of Wales crest. Illustration for The National Arms of the United Kingdom by James King)

Helmets of the Sovereign, Nobles, Baronets and Knights, Esquires & Gentlemen
LLM461346 Helmets of the Sovereign, Nobles, Baronets and Knights, Esquires & Gentlemen by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Helmets of the Sovereign, Nobles)

1714 to 1801
LLM461340 1714 to 1801 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1714 to 1801. Illustration for The National Arms of the United Kingdom by James King (Hatchards)

Shield of Ireland
LLM461335 Shield of Ireland by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shield of Ireland. Illustration for The National Arms of the United Kingdom by James King (Hatchards)

Edward the Confessor
LLM461331 Edward the Confessor by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward the Confessor. Illustration for The National Arms of the United Kingdom by James King)

The Lovers Quarrel, illustration from Chap-books of the Eighteenth Century
489637 The Lovers Quarrel, illustration from Chap-books of the Eighteenth Century by John Ashton, pub. 1882 (litho) by English School

Rondache, or round shield, c. 1570 (etched & gilded steel with brass rivets)
490810 Rondache, or round shield, c.1570 (etched & gilded steel with brass rivets) by Italian School, (16th century); 57.8x57.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Queen Anne, c. 1873 (stained glass)
LLW402802 Queen Anne, c.1873 (stained glass) by English School, (19th century); Parliament Buildings, Bridgetown, Barbados; (add.info.: Queen Anne of Great Britain (1665-1714); ); Photo

James II, c. 1873 (stained glass)
LLW402800 James II, c.1873 (stained glass) by English School, (19th century); Parliament Buildings, Bridgetown, Barbados; (add.info)

Black-figure amphora, 515-490 BC (ceramic)
CZA228738 Black-figure amphora, 515-490 BC (ceramic) by Leagros Group (fl.525-500 BC) (attr. to); height: 32 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow, Poland; Greek, out of copyright

Front of a Scythian comb, from Solokha burial mound, Steppe (gold) (for reverse see 89699
XBP232330 Front of a Scythian comb, from Solokha burial mound, Steppe (gold) (for reverse see 89699) by Scythian, (4th century BC); height: 12.6 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Crusaders Storming Nicaea, illustration from Hutchinson
IL274128 Crusaders Storming Nicaea, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations (litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Caedwalla attacks the Isle of Wight, 686, illustration from
STC306662 King Caedwalla attacks the Isle of Wight, 686, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho) by Prater, Ernest (fl.1885-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caedwalla (c.659-689)

Stephen taken prisoner at the Battle of Lincoln, 1141, illustration from
STC293142 Stephen taken prisoner at the Battle of Lincoln, 1141, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Pearse

Heroic Deeds in the Matabele War, Lieutenant Crewes Gallant conduct near the Umguza River (litho)
1036683 Heroic Deeds in the Matabele War, Lieutenant Crewes Gallant conduct near the Umguza River (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

William the Lion taken prisoner, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub
984789 William the Lion taken prisoner, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

The Maldive Islands (engraving)
1055089 The Maldive Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Maldive Islands)

Brocard of Charpignie, knight - soldier, 1200-1220 (engraving)
957938 Brocard of Charpignie, knight - soldier, 1200-1220 (engraving) by Jacquemin, Raphael (1821-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brocard of Charpignie, knight - soldier, 1200-1220)

Guiron le Courtois and the Squires (chromolitho)
964143 Guiron le Courtois and the Squires (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guiron le Courtois and the Squires, a 13th-century French image)

French chief, start of the 12th century (engraving)
957936 French chief, start of the 12th century (engraving) by Jacquemin, Raphael (1821-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: French chief, start of the 12th century)

Hercules fighting Geryon and Geryon with Athena and Dionysos (colour litho)
957843 Hercules fighting Geryon and Geryon with Athena and Dionysos (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hector and Diomedes (colour litho)
957827 Hector and Diomedes (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hector and Diomedes. Illustration of Greek vase painting.); © Look and Learn

Southport Gates, Gibraltar, showing ancient Spanish shields (colour photo)
3095134 Southport Gates, Gibraltar, showing ancient Spanish shields (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Southport Gates, Gibraltar)

Cressy (coloured engraving)
668521 Cressy (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cressy, depicting the Battle of Crecy, a battle in the Hundred Years War.); © Look and Learn

Headhunters of the Solomon Islands (b / w photo)
6015628 Headhunters of the Solomon Islands (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Headhunters of the Solomon Islands)

Native American buffalo dance (chromolitho)
5235983 Native American buffalo dance (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native American buffalo dance)

Ms FR 22495 f. 265v Battle of Damietta in Egypt in 1218-1219, during the fifth crusade (1217-1221)
1747578 Ms FR 22495 f.265v Battle of Damietta in Egypt in 1218-1219, during the fifth crusade (1217-1221) from Historia by Guillaume de Tyr, 1337 (vellum) by French School

Coat of Arms of Mint Corporation (colour litho)
1220232 Coat of Arms of Mint Corporation (colour litho) by English School; The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant, UK; (add.info.: Blazoned by Clarenceux King of Arms in 1561-2)

Study of the Marble Inlaying on the Front of the Casa Loredan, Venice
1218057 Study of the Marble Inlaying on the Front of the Casa Loredan, Venice, September - October 1845 (watercolour, bodycolour and pen and ink over graphite on pale grey wove paper) by Ruskin

Sailing Boats - Shields (pencil on paper)
1214596 Sailing Boats - Shields (pencil on paper) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68); 15.2 x9.3 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English

Sketch for Mural at Wallington Hall (pen & ink with pencil on paper)
1214203 Sketch for Mural at Wallington Hall (pen & ink with pencil on paper) by Scott, William Bell (1811-90); 21.5x12.0 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

The South Australian Court at the Colonial Exhibition (engraving)
1623374 The South Australian Court at the Colonial Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South Australian Court at the Colonial Exhibition)

Fallen Angel, 1889 (stone & marble)
822621 Fallen Angel, 1889 (stone & marble) by Story, Thomas Waldo (1855-1915); 93x183.8x61 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; British, out of copyright

Death of the King-Maker, 14 April 1471, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub
984786 Death of the King-Maker, 14 April 1471, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Henry V attacked by the Duke of Alencon on the battlefield
984777 Henry V attacked by the Duke of Alencon on the battlefield, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Edward refuses succour to his son at Crecy, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485
984763 Edward refuses succour to his son at Crecy, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Death of De Montfort, 12 August 1265, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub
984753 Death of De Montfort, 12 August 1265, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Macbeth, Act I, scene iii (engraving)
971649 Macbeth, Act I, scene iii (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Macbeth, Act I, scene iii)

Arms and Armour from the Meyrick Collection, South Kensington (engraving)
1103888 Arms and Armour from the Meyrick Collection, South Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms and Armour from the Meyrick Collection)

Title Page, The Miseries of War, 1633 (etching)
1067869 Title Page, The Miseries of War, 1633 (etching) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635); 9x19 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L

The geese that saved Rome, from MacMillan school posters, c. 1950-60s (litho)
3709095 The geese that saved Rome, from MacMillan school posters, c.1950-60s (litho) by Motte, Henri-Paul (1846-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: H P Motte (1846-1922) MacMillan school posters

United for Democracy (colour litho)
3096567 United for Democracy (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: United for Democracy. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

"Not in Earnest", a Native War Dance before Lord Wolseley at the Mudireh, Dongola (engraving)
1045134 " Not in Earnest", a Native War Dance before Lord Wolseley at the Mudireh, Dongola (engraving) by Villiers

Sir Thomas Arundell taking the Standard of the Turks (engraving)
960026 Sir Thomas Arundell taking the Standard of the Turks (engraving) by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Arundell, a volunteer in the Imperial Army)

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Shields have been an integral part of human history, serving various purposes throughout the ages. In ancient Roman costume, they were not only a means of protection but also a symbol of power and authority. The Shield of Achilles, renowned for its impenetrable strength, played a crucial role in his legendary battle with Hector. Moving forward in time, we find ourselves at Queens College, Oxford. A vibrant color photo captures the essence of this prestigious institution adorned with coats of arms representing its rich heritage. Similarly, the Natal Native Contingent armed with assegais showcases how shields evolved to suit different cultures and regions. An advert from Richard Irvin & Sons in Aberdeen takes us to Scotland where they were used by industries like mining and shipbuilding for safety and protection. The famous St Hilda Colliery Band proudly displays their musical prowess while donning uniforms adorned with emblems reminiscent of ancient times. Cambridge University's colleges boast their own unique coats of arms that represent their individual identities within the larger academic community. These intricate designs reflect tradition and heraldry associated with each college's history. The sacrifice made by Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill during the Anglo-Zulu War highlights another facet of shield symbolism - loyalty to one's country or cause even at great personal cost. Their bravery is immortalized as they valiantly fought to save Queen's Colors against overwhelming odds. Stepping into maritime history brings us aboard Ark Royal, an Elizabethan naval ship known for its formidable defense capabilities. This vessel exemplifies how shields extended beyond land warfare into naval battles on treacherous seas. One cannot forget the awe-inspiring clash between Persian armies and warriors who crashed into them with tremendous force using their shields as both weapon and armor. This display demonstrates how these protective tools became offensive weapons when wielded skillfully. Finally, Ocean Road in South Shields provides a modern-day glimpse into how namesake cities honor their historical significance.