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Medieval tilting games or quintain
Boy on rolling trestle with spear tilting at a fixed quintain (top), soldier in armour attacking a pel quintain (left) and a saracen quintain (right), and naked boys attacking a water-tub quintain (bottom), 14th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England, Chatto and Windus, London, 1876
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Armour Fixed Hobbyhorse Lance Pastimes Quintain Saracen Spear Strutt Tilt Trestle Turk 14th
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This handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt, titled "Sports and Pastimes of the People of England," offers a fascinating glimpse into the medieval world of tilting games or quintain contests. The image is filled with intriguing details, showcasing various versions of the quintain, a popular target used in chivalric tournaments during the 14th century. At the top, a boy skillfully rides a rolling trestle, his focus intently fixed on the fixed quintain ahead. Balancing precariously on his hobbyhorse, he thrusts his lance with determination, aiming for the swinging shields and the quintain's wooden head. The quintain, a tall, vertical target, is designed to test the rider's agility, timing, and accuracy. To the left, a soldier in full armour charges towards a pel quintain, a stationary target with a wooden head and a large, padded shield. The soldier's powerful thrust with his spear is captured mid-air, as he attempts to knock the shield off the quintain's head. The pel quintain was often used for training purposes, allowing knights and soldiers to hone their spear-fighting skills. On the right, an intriguing saracen quintain, or turk quintain, is depicted. This version of the quintain features a mannequin dressed in oriental clothing, with a shield and a mace. The naked boys in the bottom image are shown attacking a water-tub quintain. This quintain, filled with water, presented a more playful challenge, as the rider had to aim for the tub's small opening and knock it off the quintain's head with a stick. This image offers a unique glimpse into the diverse and engaging world of medieval sports and pastimes, providing a fascinating insight into the lives and activities of the people of the 14th century.
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