renaissance round shield 55 cm

renaissance round shield 55 cmRotella shields were primarily used during the Renaissance (16th17th centuries). They were inspired by the round shields of classical antiquity, which appear frequently in Greek and Roman art. Several Spanish and Italian manuals, such as those by Di Grassi and Marozzo, explain how to utilise the rotella. These shields were used throughout Renaissance Europe and were often paired with a sidesword or spear. The rotella is constructed from 1. 4 mm thick

emerged around the end of the 12th century from the Norman kite shield

so that the weight of the chainmail is hardly felt

The shield offered excellent protection and was utilised by both cavalry and infantry

crafted from 100% linen

The top of the knife has a brass ring with a black ribbon

with the whole family coming together to work and transmit knowledge through family stories and anecdotes

In certain regions

the skirt is constructed from suede leather with rabbit fur

The helmet is made of sturdy 2mm thick steel

and one such helmet was discovered on Jamestown Island

particularly distinctive is the elegant puffed-sleeve silhouette

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