Sunday, August 23, 2009

Jousting Knights: Shield Border

Jousting Knights
Shield Border
c1880s
One Piece
Stamped and Pierced Brass
NBS Large, 1 5/8"


Jousting Knights - Back



This button captures the moment of impact when two armored knights collide in the joust. A lance breaks as one rider attempts to unhorse the other, gaining the victory. The button is made of one piece stamped and pierced brass with an applied brass shank. The fancy border is comprised of twelve floral medallions alternated with twelve unique shields. Even the wild eyed horses wear armor.

Image and Text © 2009 Anne AKA Once Upon A Button

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