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Joust with swords between knights at a tournament
Joust with swords between knights at a tournament, 15th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries, Levy Fils, Paris, 1860
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15thcentury Camillebonnard Caparison Coatofarms Ermine Horns Joust Knights Leopard Paulmercuri Swords Tournament Tournamentbook
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This stunning handcolored illustration, drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard, transports us back to the 15th century and the thrilling world of the jousting tournament. The image captures the intense moment of a jousting match between two brave knights, their horses rearing up and pawing at the ground as they charge towards each other. The knights are decked out in their finest armor, each displaying intricately designed coats of arms. One knight wears a helmet adorned with a leopard, while the other's is crowned with a regal diadem and adorned with horns. Their caparisons, or horse coverings, are richly decorated with ermine and fleur-de-lys, symbols of royalty and nobility. The knights brandish their long, sharp swords, ready to deliver a decisive blow. The tension in the air is palpable, as the crowd, consisting of nobles and commoners alike, watches with bated breath. The tournament book, or livre de chevalerie, would have documented the results of such matches, recording the names of the victors and the honors they received. This illustration, taken from the book "Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries" published by Levy Fils in Paris in 1860, is a testament to the grandeur and spectacle of the medieval tournament. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the scene to life, transporting us back to a time when chivalry and honor were the guiding principles of society.
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