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French crossbowman, 14th century
French crossbowman, 14th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834
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This handcolored copperplate print depicts a French crossbowman from the 14th century, as illustrated in Leopold Massard's "French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days." Dressed in full armor, the crossbowman wears a conical helmet with a visor that can be raised for vision, and a cuirass made of interlinked metal plates to protect his chest and back. A thick leather belt holds his quiver of arrows, and he wears stockings that extend above his knee. The crossbowman's crossbow, a complex and powerful weapon of the time, is slung over his shoulder. Crossbows were favored by infantry soldiers for their long range and ability to penetrate armor. The intricate details of the crossbowman's armor and the realistic rendering of his expression convey the intensity and focus required for battle. This historical portrait offers a glimpse into the fashion and military tactics of the medieval period, providing valuable insight into the daily life and combat strategies of a 14th-century French crossbowman.
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