chaperon curt red Viking - Ierse en Germaanse broches In Renaissance Italy

In Renaissance Italy

Let the thralls of Mordor flee me

the halberd measures 227 cm in length with a head of 62 cm

Strong and long-lasting heat or sunlight should be avoided

Breastplates in this style were produced from the early 15th century and worn by infantry until the 16th century

chaperon curt red Viking - Ierse en Germaanse broches In Renaissance ItalyThe chaperon is based on an original depicted in a medieval Book of Hours (daily prayer book) from approx. 1350 in the collection of the British Library. Chaperons of this kind were worn throughout Europe. They protect the head and face from cold and rain. The manuscript illuminations show that this chaperon was even employed for beekeeping! The chaperon ends in a long point over the back.