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A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor

Author : George Cameron Stone
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 705 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-13
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780486131290

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A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor by George Cameron Stone Pdf

DIVIndispensable resource employs alphabetized, easy-to-use format. Arquebuses, flintlocks, and other antique guns appear here, along with German armor, Roman short swords, Turkish crossbows, much more. Over 4,500 individual photos and drawings, 875 detailed figures. /div

Arms & Armor

Author : Michèle Byam
Publisher : DK Children
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2000-06-14
Category : Armor
ISBN : 0789458365

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Arms & Armor by Michèle Byam Pdf

A photo essay examining the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.

The Armourer and His Craft

Author : Charles John Ffoulkes
Publisher : Cosimo, Inc.
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2008-12-01
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781605204116

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The Armourer and His Craft by Charles John Ffoulkes Pdf

As soon as the armed man realized that iron and steel were the best defences for his body, he would naturally insist that some sort of a guarantee should be given him of the efficacy of the goods supplied by his armourer. This system of proving armour would be effected by using those weapons commonly in use, and these, in the early times, were the sword, the axe, the lance, the bow, and the crossbow. The latter seems to have been the more common forms of proof, though as late as the seventeenth century we have evidence that armour was proved with the "estramaon" or sword blow. -from "The Proof of Armour" Not a history of defensive armor but rather a guide to the actual making of armor, as well as the regulations that governed the artisans who made it, this is a fascinating-and practical-handbook on the production, selling, and wearing metal traditional medieval body armor. First published in 1912, this classic book-by British historian and author CHARLES JOHN FFOULKES (1868-1947), curator of London's Royal Armouries-draws on records of the time to detail the tools and appliances of the trade, the decoration and cleaning of armor, the use of leather and fabrics, and much more to offer a complete reference for readers of period fiction and history, wargamers, costumers, and anyone fascinated by the craft of the armorer. This replica of the 1912 edition is complete with all of the original diagrams, illustrations, and photos.

DK Eyewitness Books: Arms and Armor

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780756689513

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DK Eyewitness Books: Arms and Armor by DK Pdf

DK Eyewitness Arms and Armor is an original and exciting look at the history of weapons and armor through the ages. Stunning real-life photographs reveal the design, construction, and workings of armor, offering a unique "eyewitness" view of how methods of warfare have changed. Show your child the very first weapons ever made, the armor worn by medieval knights, the battledress of a Japanese samurai, and the guns used by the frontiersmen and outlaws of the Wild West. They'll also discover the weapons that were carried by the first police officers, how sword and pistol duels were fought and much more!

Arms and Armor

Author : Carol Belanger Grafton
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9780486319940

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Arms and Armor by Carol Belanger Grafton Pdf

Over 750 detailed, high-quality illustrations from rare 19th-century sources: suits of armor, chain mail, swords, helmets, knives, crossbows and other implements, along with scenes of battle, soldiers, horses, artillery and more. Especially suitable for projects requiring a medieval or old-fashioned flavor, these illustrations will fill a myriad of needs for battle-related graphic art.

Medieval Arms and Armor

Author : J. H. von Hefner-Alteneck
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-01-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780486155890

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Medieval Arms and Armor by J. H. von Hefner-Alteneck Pdf

DIVRichly detailed images of authentic shields, swords, crossbows, helmets, and ornate suits of body armor for knights and their steeds. Descriptive notes. 100 black-and-white illustrations. /div

Arms and Armour

Author : E. Jaiwant Paul
Publisher : Roli Books Private Limited
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : History
ISBN : 8174363408

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Arms and Armour by E. Jaiwant Paul Pdf

Tracing the development of the weapons of the Indian warrior, from the earliest to modern times, this text also provides illustrations of a wide variety of the arms and armour discussed.

Islamic Arms and Armor in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Author : David G. Alexander
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-12-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781588395702

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Islamic Arms and Armor in The Metropolitan Museum of Art by David G. Alexander Pdf

Armor and weaponry were central to Islamic culture not only as a means of conquest and the spread of the faith, but also as symbols of status, wealth, and power. The finest arms were made by master craftsmen working with the leading designers, goldsmiths, and jewelers, whose work transformed utilitarian military equipment into courtly works of art. This book reveals the diversity and artistic quality of one of the most important and encyclopedic collections of its kind in the West. The Metropolitan Museum's holdings span ten centuries and include representative pieces from almost every Islamic culture from Spain to the Caucasus. The collection includes rare early works, among them the oldest documented Islamic sword, and is rich in helmets and body armor, decorated with calligraphy and arabesques, that were worn in Iran and Anatolia in the late fifteenth century. Other masterpieces include a jeweled short sword (yatagan) with a blade of "watered" steel that comes from the court of Süleyman the Magnificent, a seventeenth-century gold-inlaid armor associated with Shah Jahan, and two gold-inlaid flintlock firearms belonging to the guard of Tipu Sultan of Mysore. Presenting 126 objects, each handsomely photographed and richly documented with a detailed description and discussion of its technical, historical, and artistic importance, this overview of the Met's holdings is supplemented by an introductory essay on the formation of the collection, and appendixes on iconography and on Turkman-style armor.

Arms and Armor

Author : Stuart W. Pyhrr,Donald J. LaRocca,Morihiro Ogawa
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Armor
ISBN : 9781588390264

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Arms and Armor by Stuart W. Pyhrr,Donald J. LaRocca,Morihiro Ogawa Pdf

A celebration of more than a decade of collecting by the Metropolitan Museum's Department of Arms and Armour since the reinstallation of its permanent galleries in 1991. Fifty-eight of the most important recent acquisitions are featured in this volume.

Chinese Arms and Armour

Author : Natasha Bennett
Publisher : Arms and Armour Series
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Armor
ISBN : 0948092890

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Chinese Arms and Armour by Natasha Bennett Pdf

"The fabled treasures of China span thousands of years of history. From the exotic Silk Road to the mysterious Great Wall, China's allure is as vast as the country itself. Here, Natasha Bennett introduces the fascinating world of Chinese arms and armour in the Royal Armouries' collection. Offering a colourful insight into one of the world's earliest civilisations, she chronicles the development of personal weapons and armour from the late Bronze Age to the early twentieth century. It is ideal for anyone interested in the military and material culture of this absorbing land." --Publisher's website.

Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Countries and in All Times

Author : George Cameron Stone
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 744 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1999-01-01
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0486407268

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Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Countries and in All Times by George Cameron Stone Pdf

This indispensable resource employs an dictionary-style format that makes it easy to locate material on an astonishing variety of weapons. Arquebuses, flintlocks, matchlocks, and other antique guns appear here, as well as German armor, French rapiers, Roman short swords, Turkish crossbows, Japanese bladed weapons, and more. Over 4,500 photographs and drawings, plus 875 figures.

AFRICAN ARMS & ARMOR

Author : SPRING CHRISTOPHER
Publisher : Smithsonian Books (DC)
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1993-10-17
Category : Art
ISBN : STANFORD:36105006028778

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AFRICAN ARMS & ARMOR by SPRING CHRISTOPHER Pdf

Using eyewitness accounts of travelers and missionaries to Africa, the oral history of Africans, and the visual evidence of the weapons themselves, Spring builds a comprehensive cultural and ethnographic survey of traditional arms and armor from several centuries ago to the present.

Arms and Armor in Colonial America, 1526-1783

Author : Harold Leslie Peterson
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 048641244X

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Arms and Armor in Colonial America, 1526-1783 by Harold Leslie Peterson Pdf

Finest single-volume survey of Colonial weaponry covers firearms, ammunition, edged weapons, and armor. Over 300 illus.

Arms and Armor from Iran

Author : Manouchehr Moshtagh Khorasani
Publisher : Legat Verlag
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Armor
ISBN : 3932942221

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Arms and Armor from Iran by Manouchehr Moshtagh Khorasani Pdf

This book is the result of more than a decade of intensive research in the field of Iranian arms and armor, illustrating for the first time selected arrays from 10 Iranian museums. The topic is introduced with a general overview of Iranian history with particular emphasis on military history. Drawing from more than 500 sources, this study also includes an overview of the development of historical copper, bronze, iron, and steel weapons such as swords, bows, maces, axes, shields, armor, and more. In-depth information regarding the classification of the various artifacts is also presented, and different signatures on swords and other weapons are illustrated within the treatise, exploring each item in its cultural setting. A chapter dedicated to the martial arts and warrior training in ancient Iran, traces of which are still evident in the modern culture, is also featured.

Weapon

Author : Anonim
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9781465450968

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Weapon by Anonim Pdf

Discover the origin, design, range, and function of arms including stone axes, swords, machine-guns, and sniper rifles, and meet the warriors who wielded them. An epic, 4,000-year illustrated volume, Weapon: A Visual History of Arms and Armor traces the evolution of the entire spectrum of weaponry through stunning photography and authoritative coverage. All the major arms through the ages including edged weapons, clubs, projectiles, and firearms can be found in the guide. This comprehensive book covers ancient Egyptian axes, bows, and spears of early societies in Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, and guns and missiles of modern infantry forces. Richly detailed catalogs showcase many weapons at their actual size, outlining the timeframe, weight, size, and country of origin to create comprehensive fact files. Also profiled are the world’s top fighting forces, from the ancient Greek hoplites to today's US Navy Seals. Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, this weapon encyclopedia presents in vivid detail the tools that have been at the cutting edge of history, helping determine the rise of kingdoms and the fall of empires.