Art Of Armor

Author : Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum (Dallas, Tex.)
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Armor
ISBN : 0300176368

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Art of Armor by Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum (Dallas, Tex.) Pdf

This extraordinary publication presents, for the first time, the samurai armor collection of the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum in Dallas. The Barbier-Mueller has selectively amassed these pieces of armor over the past twenty-five years, ultimately forming one of the largest and most important collections of its kind in the world. It is composed of nearly three hundred objects, several of which are considered masterpieces, including suits of armor, helmets, masks, horse armor, and weaponry. The objects date from the 12th to the 19th century, with a particularly strong focus on Edo-period armor. Offering an exciting look into the world of the samurai warrior, the book begins with an introduction by Morihiro Ogawa. Essays by prominent scholars in the field highlight topics such as the phenomenon of the warrior in Japan, the development of the samurai helmet, castle architecture, women in samurai culture, and Japanese horse armor. The book's final section consists of an extensive catalogue of objects, concentrating on 120 significant works in the collection. Lavishly illustrated in full color, each object is accompanied by an entry written by a scholar of Japanese armor.

Author : 原田一敏,Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.)
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Armor
ISBN : 9781588393456

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Art of the Samurai by 原田一敏,Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.) Pdf

"This extensively illustrated catalogue is published in conjunction with the first comprehensive exhibition devoted to the arts of the samurai, including the finest examples of swords - the spirit of the samurai - as well as sword mountings and fittings, armor and helmets, saddles, textiles, and paintings. The works in the catalogue, drawn from public and private collections in Japan, include 34 officially designated National Treasures and 64 Important Cultural Properties, the largest number ever to be shown together at one time. Dating from the 5th to the early 20th century, these majestic objects offer a complete picture of samurai culture and its unique blend of the martial and the refined." "Many of the greatest Japanese swordsmiths are represented in this volume, from early masters such as Yasuie (12th century) and Tomomitsu (14th century) to the Edo-period smiths Nagasone Kotetsu and Kiyomaro. The blades by these and other masters, cherished as much for their beauty as for their cutting efficiency, were equipped with elaborate hilts and scabbards prized for their exquisite craftsmanship and fine materials such as silk, rayskin, gold, lacquer, and certain alloys unique to Japan. Japanese armor is also fully surveyed, from the rarest iron armor of the Kofun period (5th century) to the inventive ceremonial helmets made toward the end of the age of the samurai." --Book Jacket.

Author : Pierre Terjanian,Andrea Bayer,Adam B. Brandow,Lisa Demets,Chassica Kirchhoff,Stefan Krause,Guido Messling,Elizabeth Morrison,Alison Manges Nogueira,Matthias Pfaffenbichler,Veronika Sandbichler,Delia Scheffer,Peter Scholz,Roland Sila,Larry Silver,Freyda Spira,Robert Wlattnig,Barbara Wolf,Christina Zenz
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781588396747

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The Last Knight by Pierre Terjanian,Andrea Bayer,Adam B. Brandow,Lisa Demets,Chassica Kirchhoff,Stefan Krause,Guido Messling,Elizabeth Morrison,Alison Manges Nogueira,Matthias Pfaffenbichler,Veronika Sandbichler,Delia Scheffer,Peter Scholz,Roland Sila,Larry Silver,Freyda Spira,Robert Wlattnig,Barbara Wolf,Christina Zenz Pdf

Maximilian I (1459–1519) skillfully crafted a public persona and personal mythology that eventually earned him the romantic sobriquet “Last Knight.” From the time he became duke of Burgundy at the age of eighteen until his death, his passion for the trappings and ideals of knighthood served his worldly ambitions, imaginative strategies, and resolute efforts to forge a legacy. A master of self-promotion, he ordered exceptional armor from the most celebrated armorers in Europe, as well as heroic autobiographical epics and lavish designs for prints. Indeed, Maximilian’s quest to secure his memory and expand his sphere of influence, despite chronic shortages of funds that left many of his most ambitious projects unfinished, was indomitable. Coinciding with the 500th anniversary of Maximilian’s death, this catalogue is the first to examine the masterworks that he commissioned, revealing how art and armor contributed to the construction of Maximilian’s identity and aspirations, and to the politics of Europe at the dawn of the Renaissance. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Verdana}

Author : Mary Brewer
Publisher : Paladin Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002-03-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1581605862

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The Art Of Mail Armor by Mary Brewer Pdf

Picture yourself in a full set of shining mail armor at your next reenactment, fair or costume party. And the best part is that you can say you made it yourself. The Art of Mail Armor shows you how to start with a piece of wire and end with a finished garment that costs a fraction of what it would ready-made and fits perfectly because it was custom made just for you. The book features seven original patterns from the author and step-by-step diagrams and instructions for attractive coifs (head coverings), hauberks (shirts), gauntlets, (gloves) and bishop's collars, as well as juggling balls, necklaces, belts, crosses and other jewelry. Find out how easy it is to assemble your tool kit and materials; acquire the best wire for specific items; measure for a perfect fit; join, enlarge, round, angle and fit sleeves; and incorporate decorative trimmings and inlays to make your designs truly unique. Also learn some quick and easy tricks for keeping your pieces clean and shiny - with no scrubbing or expensive commercial cleaners. Whether you are a Renaissance or medieval enthusiast, reenactor, historian, martial artist, jewelry designer or just someone with an interest in armor, you'll want to add this book to your library. Even experienced mail makers will find new ideas and techniques.

Author : Stuart W. Pyhrr,Filippo Negroli,José-A. Godoy,Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.)
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Armor
ISBN : 9780870998720

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Heroic Armor of the Italian Renaissance by Stuart W. Pyhrr,Filippo Negroli,José-A. Godoy,Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.) Pdf

The re-creation of classically inspired armor is invariably associated with Filippo Negroli, the most innovative and celebrated of the renowned armorers of Milan.

Author : Walter J. Karcheski,Art Institute of Chicago
Publisher : Little Brown GBR
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Design
ISBN : UOM:39015034516438

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Arms and Armor in the Art Institute of Chicago by Walter J. Karcheski,Art Institute of Chicago Pdf

Written by arms and armor specialist Walter J. Karcheski, Jr., the text delves into a world where feudalism and the institution of knighthood prevailed and where arms and armor played a crucial role. Karcheski traces the development and craftsmanship of these magnificent suits and weapons throughout the centuries and discusses the armor developed for use in battle as well as that made specifically for tournaments, hunting, and pageantry. Additionally, he explores the craftsmen's guilds and the production and decoration of armor.

Author : Philadelphia Museum of Art,Dirk H. Breiding
Publisher : Highlights from the Philadelph
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0876332920

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Arms and Armor by Philadelphia Museum of Art,Dirk H. Breiding Pdf

Through the exceptional permanent collection at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, this book looks at arms and armor as art--from warfare to war games, from hunting to the pursuit of glory The Philadelphia Museum of Art's holdings of arms and armor are among the finest of their kind in the world. Presenting nearly 100 masterpieces from the collection, this lavishly illustrated volume includes complete armors and armor elements, swords, firearms and crossbows, staff weapons, horse equipment, and related accessories. Drawn for the most part from the princely armories of Europe, these objects represent the epitome of the armorer's art, and many are published here in color for the first time. The engaging text by Dirk H. Breiding summarizes the latest scholarship and discusses how the museum's collection--the core of which consists of a 1977 bequest by the distinguished connoisseur and scholar Carl Otto Kretzschmar von Kienbusch (1884-1976)--has evolved over the years. This volume reveals how arms and armor--uniting art, fashion, design, politics, and technology--can be seen as unique expressions of human creativity.

Author : Braden Frieder
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9780271090757

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Chivalry and the Perfect Prince by Braden Frieder Pdf

Chivalry and the Perfect Prince is a survey of the ceremonial armor crafted for the Spanish Habsburg monarchs of the sixteenth century. It examines notable tournaments and pageantry held at the courts of Charles V and Philip II, and the artworks associated with them. Braden Frieder guides the reader through these tournaments, jousting, and other knightly exercises as part of a larger aristocratic culture that included arms and armor, paintings, tapestries, medals, and sculptures with chivalric themes. Frieder presents Habsburg tournaments in their proper historical context as an extension of imperial politics, drawing comparisons with popular chivalric literature of the period. Frieder’s study utilizes extensive primary source material and contemporary documents, many appearing for the first time in English. Included in this book are eighty-one illustrations of fine art and armor from the sixteenth century, the crescendo of the armorer's art in Europe. For the first time in print, these artworks are treated collectively, as integral parts of aristocratic life and culture during the Renaissance.

Author : Liz Yohlin Baill
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-23
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781648960451

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Armor & Animals by Liz Yohlin Baill Pdf

What do knights in shining armor have to do with slimy snails and porcupines? A lot, actually! Armor & Animals brings together two things kids love to provide an entryway into the world of art. The armor collection at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, beloved by its young visitors, provides the remarkable helmets, shields, and more that appear in the book, and which experienced museum educator Liz Yohlin Baill compares to the shells, scales, and spikes that protect animals. Lively text paired with bright, modern graphics and real-life armor informs kids about art and animals in tandem. A rhino crashes into a knight, teaching kids that a group of rhinos is called a crash—so stay out of the way! Dragons may be imaginary, but a fire-breathing dragon etched on armor can still make a horse look extra tough. Kids can consider the helmets, goggles, and other "armor" they use that help make their own activities safer, and connect art to their world as they learn.

Author : Donald J. La Rocca
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-15
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781588396297

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How to Read European Armor by Donald J. La Rocca Pdf

Many of us have long been captivated by images of knights in shining armor evoking the age of chivalry and the ideals of Camelot. In this richly illustrated volume, the beauty and complexity of the actual armor worn by European knights and soldiers comes brilliantly to the fore. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Verdana} How to Read European Armor presents a compelling overview of armor in Europe from the Middle Ages through the seventeenth century, the period when armor as an art form achieved its highest levels of stylistic beauty and functional perfection. During that time, skilled armorers developed ingenious solutions for protecting the body with armor that was effective and often amazingly ornate. This volume features historically important examples of armor such as a suit made in the royal workshops of Greenwich, England, almost certainly for King Henry VIII himself; a masterfully etched work created by a famed Nuremberg armorer for Emperor Ferdinand I; and sumptuous armor for the warhorse of an Italian nobleman. The engaging text extensively examines armor's complex parts and many decorative techniques, and sets the lively historical context for how European armor thrived in the field of combat, in tournaments, and on ceremonial occasions. A book for any reader drawn to the chivalric and courtly life of Europe, How to Read European Armor highlights the many innovations of armorers who created these legendary marvels of art and technology.

Author : Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum (Dallas, Tex.),Eric McCauley Lee,Morihiro Ogawa,Musée de la civilisation (Québec),Museum of Fine Arts, Boston,Portland Art Museum (Or.),Kimbell Art Museum,Musée du quai Branly
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Armor
ISBN : 0615847447

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Art of Armor by Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum (Dallas, Tex.),Eric McCauley Lee,Morihiro Ogawa,Musée de la civilisation (Québec),Museum of Fine Arts, Boston,Portland Art Museum (Or.),Kimbell Art Museum,Musée du quai Branly Pdf

"This extraordinary publication presents, for the first time, the samurai armor collection of the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum in Dallas. The Barbier-Mueller has selectively amassed these pieces of armor over the past twenty-five years, ultimately forming one of the largest and most important collections of its kind in the world. It is composed of nearly three hundred objects, several of which are considered masterpieces, including suits of armor, helmets, masks, horse armor, and weaponry. The objects date from the 12th to the 19th century, with a particularly strong focus on Edo-period armor. Offering an exciting look into the world of the samurai warrior, the book begins with an introduction by Morihiro Ogawa. Essays by prominent scholars in the field highlight topics such as the phenomenon of the warrior in Japan, the development of the samurai helmet, castle architecture, women in samurai culture, and Japanese horse armor. The book's final section consists of an extensive catalogue of objects, concentrating on 120 significant works in the collection. Lavishly illustrated in full color, each object is accompanied by an entry written by a scholar of Japanese armor."--Publisher's website.

Author : Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.),Helmut Nickel,Stuart W. Pyhrr,Leonid Tarassuk
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Armor
ISBN : 9780917418679

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The Art of Chivalry by Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.),Helmut Nickel,Stuart W. Pyhrr,Leonid Tarassuk Pdf

Author : John Steakley
Publisher : Astra Publishing House
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1984-12-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101664292

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Armor by John Steakley Pdf

The military sci-fi classic of courage on a dangerous alien planet The planet is called Banshee. The air is unbreathable, the water is poisonous. It is home to the most implacable enemies that humanity, in all its interstellar expansion, has ever encountered. Body armor has been devised for the commando forces that are to be dropped on Banshee—the culmination of ten thousand years of the armorers’ craft. A trooper in this armor is a one-man, atomic powered battle fortress. But he will have to fight a nearly endless horde of berserk, hard-shelled monsters—the fighting arm of a species which uses biological technology to design perfect, mindless war minions. Felix is a scout in A-team Two. Highly competent, he is the sole survivor of mission after mission. Yet he is a man consumed by fear and hatred. And he is protected, not only by his custom-fitted body armor, but by an odd being which seems to live within him, a cold killing machine he calls “The Engine.” This is Felix’s story—a story of the horror, the courage, and the aftermath of combat, and the story, too, of how strength of spirit can be the greatest armor of all.

Author : Stephen N. Fliegel
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1999-03-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 0810963760

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Arms & Armor by Stephen N. Fliegel Pdf

Lavishly illustrated and loaded with stellar examples of helmets, shields, swords, crossbows, firearms, and more from the magnificent collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, this volume traces the history of European arms and armor from antiquity through the 18th century. Published to celebrate the recent refurbishment of the museum's popular Armor Court, Arms & Armor explores such themes as medieval warfare, tournaments, the process of making and decorating armor, and the Renaissance culture of arms. It also provides a discussion of various forms of weapons. The museum's finest works -- all newly restored -- were specially photographed for the book's large colorplates and searching details. In addition, paintings, tapestries, and engravings show how the objects were used and worn.

Author : Pierre Terjanian
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Armor
ISBN : 0300176317

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Princely Armor in the Age of Dürer by Pierre Terjanian Pdf

"This...publication examines two masterful armors for horse and man acquired in 2009 by the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Among the earliest complete European examples in existence, these German works demonstrate the superior design and craftsmanship of princely armor in the early sixteenth century. The celebrated master Wilhelm von Worms the Edler...of Nuremberg made the luxurious, exquisitely decorated steel horse armor for Duke Ulrich of Württemberg (148701550). The man's armor was crafted by Matthes Deutsch...of Landshut, another distinguished armorer patronized by German princes...."--Front inside flap of dust jacket.