A TOURNAMENT JOUSTING IRON SHIELD, 15TH-16TH CENTURY

Late 15th-early 16th century AD. A European round iron shield with applied rim, ring and rounded boss with radiate border, all fixed with rivets; to the reverse four loops and rings. 2.4 kg, 37cm (14

Three German skewer irons, 15th/16th centuryBlätter in unterschiedlichen Formen und Längen, jeweils mit beidseitigem Mittelgrat, eine Spitze defekt. Konische Tüllen. Narbige bzw. rostige Ober

Unusual Continental Leather, Brass and Iron Antiphony or Choir Hymnal Covers, 15th/16th c., having contained illuminated latin vellum hymnal pages during that time, with brass and iron mounts, H.- 23

15th-16th century AD. An iron baselard with single-edged triangular blade, curved lentoid upper and lower guards, rectangular section tang. Cf. Wheeler, M. London Museum Medieval Catalogue, London, 19

A highly important Chinese 15th/16th century painted and gilt cast iron sculpture of deity, iron split on hand, trace of original red pigment still remain, partial gold worn, brought back from China r

Circa 15th-16th century A.D.. Mainly formed with broad plate and countersunk rectangular nail-holes; with two large clout-nails. 1.2 kg total, 5.5-12.5 cm (2 1/8 - 4 7/8 in.). From the collection of B

1 1/4" height including the loop. Shield shaped with scalloped details to the top and bottom. Silvered bronze, the surface textured from burial. Pendants like this were hung from the reins of horses i

Iron, 3 1/2” length with the pyramidal point of the diamond section. Butted seam conical socket. Full plate armor period and capable of limited penetration as well as bringing down the horse, a

A large scale Heavy European crossbow in the 15th-16th century Renaissance style. Carved in scrolling pattern and with a brass nut and iron components. 45 1/2" L x 26 3/4" W

A Brass Shrine Depicting Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, (Mahisasuramardini), Western India, circa 15th/16th century, the four armed goddess wielding trident, sword and shield, the demon emerging fro

Italy 15th-16th Century A diminutive rectangular trunk with acanthus leaf carved borders, central cross motif and claw feet. Chest opens to single compartment and retains original wrought iron hardwar

**First Time At Auction** Southern Europe, Italy, ca. 15th to 16th century CE. An iron hammer head with a square hammer face to one side and a long curved pick with ribs on the other end. A round sock

Gilt bronze. 15th-16th century. Foliate shaped with small finial with lower trefoil of fleur de lis 1 1/8” height. Worn as part of the elaborate trappings for man and horse in tournament and war. Al

Europe, United Kingdom, English, ca. 15th to 16th century CE. An iron ceremonial pike head with a tubular tang and two bands that project off the rim for reinforcing and ornamentation when mounted on

15th-16th century AD. A matched pair of iron spurs each a C-shaped plaque with openwork decoration, twisted pricket and rowel to the rear. 229 grams total, 18.5cm (7 1/4"). Property of a lady living i

Western Europe, Germany, ca. 15th to 16th century CE. A lengthy iron knife blade with a thick tang known as a bauernwehr. This type of large knife may have been used for hunting or utilitarian purpose

An iron handheld cross with delicate pierce work, Ethiopia. Late 15th / early 16th century. 17"l. Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. These iron crosses were

**Originally Listed At $300** Northwestern Europe, England, Post-Medieval period, ca. 15th to 16th century CE. A fine pair of iron shears featuring a curved grip and flat triangular blades, that once

Gilt bronze. 12th-15th century. Shield shaped with symmetrical heraldic device. 5/8” height. Worn as part of the elaborate trappings for man and horse in tournament and war. All items purchased are

Exquisite Antique Copy in Iron of the 16th C. French King Henry II Parade Armor Shield. Wonderful Arms & Armor Details with Slaves & Ancient Mythology Scenes. A Rare & Fine Quality 19th Century Variat

A superb 19th-century circular cast-iron shield in Italian Renaissance style. In the center, it is decorated with a classic scene depicting a group of armored warriors with horses. Along the edges are

Rare Perugia Linen Towel, 15th/16th C, Umbria, Italy. Woven with indigo blue horizontal panels depicting animals, birds and dragons. Such towels were used in both ecclesiastical and secular contexts a

A large wooden carving of Saint John from a Crucifixion group. 15th or 16th C., German, with later paint, 36" high, together with a wooden wall shelf, 9.5" w x 8" d x 9.75" h, painted in same modern c

Antiphonal pages, the smallest with an illuminated letter, in various frames, including: Gold ogee box frame under glass, OS: 22" x 16", SS: 20 1/4" x 14 1/4"; PLUS Black and gold molded frame with no