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Effigy of Ulrich Landschaden, Heidelberg, 1369
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Effigy of Ulrich Landschaden, Heidelberg, 1369
Effigy of Ulrich Landschaden, Heidelberg, 1369. Knight in suit of chainmail with tight cote-hardie or jupon, moveable nasal bascinet, gauntlets, knee armour and chest chain. Shown with sword, shield decorated with harp, large helm with crest. From the Evangelische Kirche, Neckarsteinach, Hesse, Germany. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Thomas Anthony Day and J.H. Dines Illustrations of Mediaeval Costume in England collected from manuscripts in the British Museum, Bibliotheque Nationale de Paris, Bosworth, London, 1853
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Armour Chain Chainmail Chest Crest Effigy Gauntlets Harp Heidelberg Helm Hesse Jupon Kirche Knee Knight Shield Ulrich 14th Bascinet Neckarsteinach
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1. Title: "The Effigy of Ulrich Landschaden of Heidelberg (1369): A 14th Century Knight in Armor This image showcases the intricately detailed effigy of Ulrich Landschaden, a knight from Heidelberg, Germany, dating back to 1369. Ulrich is depicted in full armor, wearing a suit of chainmail underneath a tight cote-hardie or jupon. His moveable nasal bascinet, gauntlets, knee armor, and chest chain are all meticulously crafted, reflecting the advanced armor-making techniques of the time. Ulrich's weaponry includes a sword and a shield, the latter adorned with a harp as a crest. His large helm, also embellished with a crest, sits atop his effigy, adding an imposing presence to the already impressive display. The effigy, which can be found in the Evangelische Kirche in Neckarsteinach, Hesse, Germany, is a testament to the grandeur and intricacy of medieval European armor. This handcoloured copperplate engraving is taken from Thomas Anthony Day and J.H. Dines' Illustrations of Mediaeval Costume in England, a collection of manuscripts from the British Museum, Bibliotheque Nationale de Paris, and Bosworth, London, published in 1853. The effigy of Ulrich Landschaden offers a glimpse into the rich history of medieval Europe, providing valuable insights into the armor, weapons, and artistic techniques of the time. It serves as a reminder of the intricate craftsmanship and dedication to detail that characterized the medieval period.
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