Shields Collection (page 2)

Ancient Greek helmets, headgear and weapons (engraving)
8635049 Ancient Greek helmets, headgear and weapons (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek helmets, headgear and weapons)

Salii, ancient Roman priesthood (engraving)
8635805 Salii, ancient Roman priesthood (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salii, ancient Roman priesthood. Illustration from Rom)

Britannia (coloured photo)
8635387 Britannia (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Britannia. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Ancient Greek weapons and armour (engraving)
8635037 Ancient Greek weapons and armour (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek weapons and armour. Illustration from Hellas)

Frankish warrior (engraving)
8672983 Frankish warrior (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frankish warrior. Illustration from Histoire de la Suisse)

The coat of arms of Miggs Minor (engraving)
8672632 The coat of arms of Miggs Minor (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coat of arms of Miggs Minor designed by himself in a period of depression)

Statue of St George (engraving)
8663780 Statue of St George (engraving) by French School, (14th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of St George,14th Century)

Lounge, Preach, Scales, School, Scrape, Screen, Scroll, Scythe, Shears, Sheath, Shield, Sketch (engraving)
8650026 Lounge, Preach, Scales, School, Scrape, Screen, Scroll, Scythe, Shears, Sheath, Shield, Sketch (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lounge)

Medieval Knights in Mortal Combat, from 'La Leyenda Del Cid' pub. c.1880 (print)
3742809 Medieval Knights in Mortal Combat, from 'La Leyenda Del Cid' pub. c.1880 (print) by Spanish School, (19th century).

"The Good Folk Songs" 1928 (print)
7211520 "The Good Folk Songs" 1928 (print); (add.info.: Cover of the fascicle "Les Bonnes Chansons Populaire" 1928 - a monthly Catholic musical and literary magazine)

Tribal Gods - national symbols for which men would die - of the 19th century. (print)
7420063 Tribal Gods - national symbols for which men would die - of the 19th century. (print); (add.info.: Tribal Gods - national symbols for which men would die - of the 19th century)

Stilicho (Flavius Stilicho or Stiliccho, 360-408) in arms, general, patrice and consul of the Western Roman Empire
AIS5380588 Stilicho (Flavius Stilicho or Stiliccho, 360-408) in arms, general, patrice and consul of the Western Roman Empire, Right panel of the Stilicho diptych, c

Cup from the hill of St. Michael (Cerro de San Miguel) Lliria, Spain, 4-2nd century BC (ceramic)
AIS5364367 Cup from the hill of St. Michael (Cerro de San Miguel) Lliria, Spain, 4-2nd century BC (ceramic); Museo de Prehistoria, Valencia, Spain; © Iberfoto.

Shields of the twelve tribes of Israel
6266271 Shields of the twelve tribes of Israel; (add.info.: Shields of the twelve tribes of Israel, from a work published by Pieter Mortier in Amsterdam, 1705.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Finish line of the race at the Olympic Games, 19th century (engraving)
NWI4860808 Finish line of the race at the Olympic Games, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Salute runners at the finish line of the race at the Olympic Games, Ancient Greece)

Macbeth (colour litho)
8655864 Macbeth (colour litho) by Carter, Sydney (1874-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from Shakespeare. Characters from Macbeth by William Shakespeare)

Hephaestus forging the arms of Ares (engraving)
8655506 Hephaestus forging the arms of Ares (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hephaestus forging the arms of Ares)

Frederick Barbarossa as a crusader (colour litho)
8672783 Frederick Barbarossa as a crusader (colour litho) by German School, (12th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa as a crusader)

Romans and Lusitanians (colour litho)
8672938 Romans and Lusitanians (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peoples of ancient and medieval Portugal: Romans and Lusitanians)

Perseus with the head of Medusa (litho)
8672605 Perseus with the head of Medusa (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perseus with the head of Medusa on his shield. From Greek mythology)

The Industrial Arts during the Renaissance Period in Italy (engraving)
8644848 The Industrial Arts during the Renaissance Period in Italy (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Roman soldiers and lictor (engraving)
8635783 Roman soldiers and lictor (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman soldiers and lictor. Illustration from Rom)

Ancient Greek warriors (engraving)
8635090 Ancient Greek warriors (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek warriors. Illustration from Hellas)

Greek hero, Achilles attacking Hector of Troy (litho)
8676238 Greek hero, Achilles attacking Hector of Troy (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Greek hero, Achilles, who was invulnerable, except in his heel)

Prologue to the Adventures of Don Quixote, 1869 (engraving)
8822170 Prologue to the Adventures of Don Quixote, 1869 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info)

The United Society of Brush Makers, c.1840 (engraving on paper)
7485260 The United Society of Brush Makers, c.1840 (engraving on paper) by Shury, John & Son (fl.c.1840); 41x31 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Gladiator fights during an imperial meal - Photo by "enciclopedia illustrata divulgativa tedesca (Carlsruhe), 1825
FGL5483177 Gladiator fights during an imperial meal - Photo by "enciclopedia illustrata divulgativa tedesca (Carlsruhe), 1825; Fototeca Gilardi.

Parish church (Sint-Martinuskerk Ekkergem). Interior. The pulpit. Detail. A woman sculpture. Design of MJ Franck
6276249 Parish church (Sint-Martinuskerk Ekkergem). Interior. The pulpit. Detail. A woman sculpture. Design of MJ Franck. 1840-41. Classicism.; (add.info.: Creator: M.J)

Parish church (Sint-Martinuskerk Ekkergem). Interior. The pulpit. Detail. A woman sculpture. Design of MJ Franck
6276248 Parish church (Sint-Martinuskerk Ekkergem). Interior. The pulpit. Detail. A woman sculpture. Design of MJ Franck. 1840-41. Classicism.; (add.info.: Creator: M.J)

Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa. 1885 (engraving)
6947910 Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa. 1885 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Somali warriors parading in Mogadishu.Somalia. Design by Y)

Mahdi warriors with their wMahdi warriors with their weapons. From La Ilustracion Iberica, published 1884 (engraving)
6116610 Mahdi warriors with their wMahdi warriors with their weapons. From La Ilustracion Iberica, published 1884 (engraving); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Modern tournaments with bicycles , drawing by Zygmund Ajdukiewicz, from the magazine " UeberLand und Meer "
UTD4920451 Modern tournaments with bicycles , drawing by Zygmund Ajdukiewicz, from the magazine " UeberLand und Meer ", 1898 (engraving); (add.info.: Modern tournaments with bicycles)

Scythian warriors (engraving)
8635704 Scythian warriors (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scythian warriors. Illustration from Rom)

Battle between Romans and Gauls (engraving)
8635701 Battle between Romans and Gauls (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle between Romans and Gauls. Illustration from Rom)

Beloochee (engraving)
8649574 Beloochee (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beloochee. Illustration for The Illustrated London Spelling Book)

Blackwall Tunnel Works, the Shield (litho)
8631769 Blackwall Tunnel Works, the Shield (litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blackwall Tunnel Works, the Shield)

David with a sling kills Goliath (litho)
8675945 David with a sling kills Goliath (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: David with a sling kills Goliath. 1 Samuel 17:49)

Clovis I, first King of the Franks (coloured engraving)
8672888 Clovis I, first King of the Franks (coloured engraving) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clovis I, first King of the Franks)

Ancient Helvetian warrior (engraving)
8673030 Ancient Helvetian warrior (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Helvetian warrior)

Battle between Mongol Emperor Genghis Khan and Sultan of Khwarezm, 14th century (manuscript)
BEN5464427 Battle between Mongol Emperor Genghis Khan and Sultan of Khwarezm, 14th century (manuscript); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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Battle Scene, c1526. Creators: Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio, Raphael
Battle Scene, c1526

Sivadass, Naga of Niwayi, Jeypore; Naga of Jeypore; Sookadev Shekawatty, Oudeypore, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Sivadass, Naga of Niwayi, Jeypore; Naga of Jeypore; Sookadev Shekawatty, Oudeypore, 1876. The Nagas, supposed to be one of the aboriginal tribes, like the Bheels or the Ghoonds

Fighting in the Matoppo Hills: Charge of the Matabele, c1900. Creator: William Barnes Wollen
Fighting in the Matoppo Hills: Charge of the Matabele, c1900. Scene from the Second Matabele War. From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX"

Figures upon a Vase recently found at Cumae, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Figures upon a Vase recently found at Cumae, [Italy], 1856. Design on an ancient Greek vase showing...the battle between the Greeks and the Amazons, and it is somewhat of a peculiarity that

Hector of Troy, Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, 1492. Creator: Master of the Strassburg Chronicle
Hector of Troy, Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, 1492

Joshua, King David and Judas Maccabeus, 1492. Creator: Master of the Strassburg Chronicle
Joshua, King David and Judas Maccabeus, 1492

Maximilian, Duke of Austria, on Horseback, 1492. Creator: Master of the Strassburg Chronicle
Maximilian, Duke of Austria, on Horseback, 1492

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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.