Lord & Knight C14Th
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Lord & Knight C14Th
Knight: cote-hardie & cape with dentate border (dagged), knightly girdle, dagger, piked shoes. Lord: cloak or mantle, cape with hood & super-tunic with side vent
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C14th Cape Cloak Cote Cracowes Dagged Dagger Dentate Girdle Hardie Hood Knight Knightly Mantle Piked Poulaines Shoes Super Tunic Vent 14th
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image transports us back to the 14th century, showcasing the grandeur and intricacy of medieval attire. The knight, dressed in a cote-hardie and cape with a dentate (dagged) border, exudes an air of power and readiness for battle. His knightly girdle, dagger, and piked shoes complete the formidable ensemble. The cote-hardie, a fitted tunic with a close-fitting collar, was a common garment for knights during this period. The cape, with its dentate border, adds a decorative and protective layer. The knight's girdle, a wide belt worn around the waist, symbolizes his status and readiness for combat. The dagger, a practical weapon for close-quarter fighting, is securely fastened to his belt. His piked shoes, with their pointed toes, are designed for better traction and agility on uneven terrain. In contrast, the lord, dressed in a cloak or mantle and a cape with a hood, cuts a more regal figure. His super-tunic, with a side vent, allows for greater freedom of movement. The cloak or mantle, often made of expensive fabrics, was a symbol of wealth and status. The hooded cape provides both protection and a sense of mystery. The intricate details of their costumes, from the dentate borders to the cracowes (a type of shoe with a high, turned-up toe) and poulaines (shoes with pointed toes and narrow, tapering soles), are a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the 14th century, a period marked by chivalry, nobility, and grandeur.
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