Thursday, September 24, 2009

Landsknechts Trumpeter: Antique Picture Button

Landsknechts Trumpeter
with Short Sword and Shield
c1880s
Stamped and Pierced Brass
NBS Large, 1 7/16"



Landsknechts Trumpeter - Button Back


The medieval trumpeter is made of stamped and pierced brass. Note his curled hair, his puffed and slashed doublet and hose, ruffled sleeves, and the plumed feathers in his cap, the dress of a German Landsknechts mercenary soldier. He adorns himself with a short sword and a decorated shield, and his trumpet with a plain, unfurled banner. The actual button is a uniform golden tone, but the photograph, with its slightly reddish cast, shows the elaborate detail.

Image and Text © 2009 Anne AKA Once Upon A Button

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