9781332342891 - The Dates of Variously-Shaped Shields: With Coincident Dates and Examples (Classic Reprint) de Grazebrook, George (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of heraldic shields, exploring their evolution over different centuries. Beginning with simple, round shields, it traces the development of shapes including kite-shaped and triangular shields, as well as heater shields with pointed and concave tops, Gothic shields with hollowed-out sides and rounded bases, and the introduction of the bouche, or spear rest. Through fascinating illustrations, this book shows how the shape of the shield changed over time according to the practical needs of medieval warfare, and the influence of fashion and aesthetics. It offers a comprehensive and engaging look at the evolution of an enduring symbol. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.