Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Fierce Crusader Knight: King Richard the Lionheart

Fierce Crusader Knight
c1880s
One Piece Stamped Brass
Riveted and Faceted Cut Steels
NBS Large, 1 7/16"


Fierce Crusader Knight - Back


When I saw his face in a button listing, I knew I had to have him, damage and all. He is missing one cut steel. I think it adds to his character. Note the lion on his shield, and the Knight's chain he wears at his breast . He may be a depiction of King Richard the Lionheart. The button is made of one piece stamped brass, with 12 faceted and riveted cut steels embellishing a brick border.

Image and Text © 2009 Anne AKA Once Upon A Button

2 comments:

  1. It's a beautiful one. It just breathes authenticity.

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  2. Hi Lori, Thanks. I thought so, too. The reality of life in those times was harsh. It's not so much that the character is noble; it's that he's weathered and stalwart, grim but not beaten, capable of mercy as well as violence.

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