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A French court-sword, from the reign of Napoleon III Double-edged blade of diamond section and remnants of etching and bluing at the forte. Gilt brass hilt with decoration in low relief and a shell-shaped guard. Length 85.5 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, dress sword, swords, thrusting, thrustings, smallsword, epee de cour, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs, Stock Photo

RMBRCTA7–A French court-sword, from the reign of Napoleon III Double-edged blade of diamond section and remnants of etching and bluing at the forte. Gilt brass hilt with decoration in low relief and a shell-shaped guard. Length 85.5 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, dress sword, swords, thrusting, thrustings, smallsword, epee de cour, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs,

Anglo-French War, medal from the Court of Audit in Flanders in Lille, in honor of Charles V, German Emperor, Copper medal Obverse: portrait of Charles V with crown, apple of the government in left hand and sword over right shoulder within circumference. Reverse: cavalry battle within a ring, Lille, Charles V of Habsburg (German emperor and king of Spain), Court of Auditors of Flanders, anonymous, Vlaanderen, 1543 - 1546, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 2.8 cm × w 3.93 Stock Photo

RMW5788H–Anglo-French War, medal from the Court of Audit in Flanders in Lille, in honor of Charles V, German Emperor, Copper medal Obverse: portrait of Charles V with crown, apple of the government in left hand and sword over right shoulder within circumference. Reverse: cavalry battle within a ring, Lille, Charles V of Habsburg (German emperor and king of Spain), Court of Auditors of Flanders, anonymous, Vlaanderen, 1543 - 1546, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 2.8 cm × w 3.93

French dandy in ribbed coat and tails lined with satin, matching waistcoat, steel buttons, with court sword. Habit de Drap a liseres et doublure de satin, veste pareille, boutons d'acier. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a fashion plate by Louis Marie Lante from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, 1818. Stock Photo

RM2RT5X8A–French dandy in ribbed coat and tails lined with satin, matching waistcoat, steel buttons, with court sword. Habit de Drap a liseres et doublure de satin, veste pareille, boutons d'acier. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a fashion plate by Louis Marie Lante from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, 1818.

Joan of Arc clutching sword, Unknown artist. Joan of Arc (January 6, 1412 - May 30, 1431) national heroine of France and a Roman Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed divine guidance, she led the French army to several importan Stock Photo

RMG15JWJ–Joan of Arc clutching sword, Unknown artist. Joan of Arc (January 6, 1412 - May 30, 1431) national heroine of France and a Roman Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed divine guidance, she led the French army to several importan

French gentleman in court wear. In wig, tailcoat, waistcoat, breeches, hose and slippers, with bicorne and court sword. Habit Habille. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after a fashion plate by Horace Vernet from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, 1814. Stock Photo

RM2RT5X16–French gentleman in court wear. In wig, tailcoat, waistcoat, breeches, hose and slippers, with bicorne and court sword. Habit Habille. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after a fashion plate by Horace Vernet from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, 1814.

Boy Carrying a Sword (L'Enfant à L'Épée) by Edouard Manet. It shows a small boy dressed as a page of the Spanish court of the seventeenth century holding a full-sized sword and sword belt. Stock Photo

RM2HCD8KH–Boy Carrying a Sword (L'Enfant à L'Épée) by Edouard Manet. It shows a small boy dressed as a page of the Spanish court of the seventeenth century holding a full-sized sword and sword belt.

Costume of a member of the Chamber of Deputies of Departments, Bourbon Restoration, 1815. In blue coat with silver collar and cuffs, court sword, bicorne. Depute a la Chambre des députés des départements. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J31NG1–Costume of a member of the Chamber of Deputies of Departments, Bourbon Restoration, 1815. In blue coat with silver collar and cuffs, court sword, bicorne. Depute a la Chambre des députés des départements. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RM2T68BWP–French dandy in ribbed coat and tails lined with satin, matching waistcoat, steel buttons, with court sword. Habit de Drap a liseres et doublure de satin, veste pareille, boutons d'acier. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a fashion plate by Louis Marie Lante from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, 1818.

Anthony, King of Navarre, 1518-1562, married Queen Jeanne III in 1548, father of King Henry IV of France. In plumed cap, short cape with gold embroidery, slashed doublet, hose, court sword. Antoine de Bourbon, marie a Jeanne d'Albret en 1548. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J85CJ8–Anthony, King of Navarre, 1518-1562, married Queen Jeanne III in 1548, father of King Henry IV of France. In plumed cap, short cape with gold embroidery, slashed doublet, hose, court sword. Antoine de Bourbon, marie a Jeanne d'Albret en 1548. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

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Ceremonial costume of a Member of the Institute, Napoleonic era. In glasses, embroidered coat, waistcoat, breeches, hose and buckle shoes, with court sword and bicorne. Membre de l'Institut de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J31N7R–Ceremonial costume of a Member of the Institute, Napoleonic era. In glasses, embroidered coat, waistcoat, breeches, hose and buckle shoes, with court sword and bicorne. Membre de l'Institut de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

. A 1793 depiction of a couple dressed in French formal court styles of ca. 1778. (For a contemporary 1778 color depiction of an outfit similar to what the woman is wearing, see Image:1778-jeune-dame-de-qualite-en-grande-robe.jpg.) Caption: 'OH! QUELLE FOLLIE QUE LA NOUVEAUTÉ.....' This is the right half of a plate from Vernet's 'Incroyables et Merveilleuses' series, 1793. (for the whole context of the engraving see Image:1793-1778-contrast-wholeplate-lowQ.jpg). Note that in the partial reproduction of the 1793 original which was scanned for this image, the end of the man's sword-hilt projecti Stock Photo

RMMMPP16–. A 1793 depiction of a couple dressed in French formal court styles of ca. 1778. (For a contemporary 1778 color depiction of an outfit similar to what the woman is wearing, see Image:1778-jeune-dame-de-qualite-en-grande-robe.jpg.) Caption: 'OH! QUELLE FOLLIE QUE LA NOUVEAUTÉ.....' This is the right half of a plate from Vernet's 'Incroyables et Merveilleuses' series, 1793. (for the whole context of the engraving see Image:1793-1778-contrast-wholeplate-lowQ.jpg). Note that in the partial reproduction of the 1793 original which was scanned for this image, the end of the man's sword-hilt projecti

Henry II, King of France, 1519-1559. In plumed cap, embroidered cape, doublet, breeches, hose, with almoner and court sword. Taken from a portrait by Francois Clouet. Henri II, roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J85CC9–Henry II, King of France, 1519-1559. In plumed cap, embroidered cape, doublet, breeches, hose, with almoner and court sword. Taken from a portrait by Francois Clouet. Henri II, roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

France: Jeanne d'Arc / Joan of Arc (c. 1412 - 30 May 1431). Painting on parchment, c. 1485. Saint Joan of Arc, nicknamed 'The Maid of Orléans', is considered a national heroine of France and a Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed divine guidance, she led the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War, which paved the way for the coronation of Charles VII. She was captured by the Burgundians, sold to the English, tried by an ecclesiastical court, and burned at the stake when she was 19 years old. Stock Photo

RM2B02WYT–France: Jeanne d'Arc / Joan of Arc (c. 1412 - 30 May 1431). Painting on parchment, c. 1485. Saint Joan of Arc, nicknamed 'The Maid of Orléans', is considered a national heroine of France and a Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed divine guidance, she led the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War, which paved the way for the coronation of Charles VII. She was captured by the Burgundians, sold to the English, tried by an ecclesiastical court, and burned at the stake when she was 19 years old.

Ralph Neville, 1st earl of Westmorland (1364–1425), was knighted by Thomas of Woodstock, afterwards duke of Gloucester, during the French expedition of 1380, and succeeded to his father's barony in 1388. He had been joint warden of the west march in 1386, and was reappointed for a new term in 1390. In 1391 he was put on the commission which undertook the duties of constable in place of the duke of Gloucester, and he was repeatedly engaged in negotiations with the Scots. His support of the court party against the lords appellant was rewarded in 1397 by the earldom of Westmorland. Stock Photo

RMMEW824–Ralph Neville, 1st earl of Westmorland (1364–1425), was knighted by Thomas of Woodstock, afterwards duke of Gloucester, during the French expedition of 1380, and succeeded to his father's barony in 1388. He had been joint warden of the west march in 1386, and was reappointed for a new term in 1390. In 1391 he was put on the commission which undertook the duties of constable in place of the duke of Gloucester, and he was repeatedly engaged in negotiations with the Scots. His support of the court party against the lords appellant was rewarded in 1397 by the earldom of Westmorland.

RM2RC1WY8–France: Jeanne d'Arc / Joan of Arc (c. 1412 - 30 May 1431). Painting on parchment, c. 1485. Saint Joan of Arc, nicknamed 'The Maid of Orléans', is considered a national heroine of France and a Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed divine guidance, she led the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War, which paved the way for the coronation of Charles VII. She was captured by the Burgundians, sold to the English, tried by an ecclesiastical court, and burned at the stake when she was 19 years old.

Lancelot slaying the protectors of false Guinevere 1300-25. Manuscript 805.. In the Arthurian legend, Sir Lancelot is one of the Knights of the Round Table. In most of the French prose romances and works dependent on them he is characterized as the greatest and most trusted of Arthur's knights, and plays a part in many of Arthur's victories. Arthur's eventual downfall however, is also brought about in part by Lancelot, whose affair with Arthur's wife Guinevere destroys the unity of Arthur's court. Stock Photo

RMWHAXJ7–Lancelot slaying the protectors of false Guinevere 1300-25. Manuscript 805.. In the Arthurian legend, Sir Lancelot is one of the Knights of the Round Table. In most of the French prose romances and works dependent on them he is characterized as the greatest and most trusted of Arthur's knights, and plays a part in many of Arthur's victories. Arthur's eventual downfall however, is also brought about in part by Lancelot, whose affair with Arthur's wife Guinevere destroys the unity of Arthur's court.

Casket with scenes of courtly love (About 1180 AD); Copper, gilt, enamel Limoges, France Troubadour poets entertained the courts of Europe with love ballads. The front of this casket shows scenes of courtship from medieval love poetry. On the left, a troubadour serenades a dancing lady with a stringed instrument. On the right, a man kneels in submission to a lady who restrains him with a leash. A mysterious figure in black, holding a key and sword, separates the couples. Stock Photo

RM2A5YTRH–Casket with scenes of courtly love (About 1180 AD); Copper, gilt, enamel Limoges, France Troubadour poets entertained the courts of Europe with love ballads. The front of this casket shows scenes of courtship from medieval love poetry. On the left, a troubadour serenades a dancing lady with a stringed instrument. On the right, a man kneels in submission to a lady who restrains him with a leash. A mysterious figure in black, holding a key and sword, separates the couples.

Boy with a Sword, Turned Left 1862 Edouard Manet French This print is the most successful of Manet's several efforts to reproduce the painting of the same title that has been in the Metropolitan Museum's collection since 1889 (89.21.2). Converting brushstrokes into lines never came easily to the artist, but he wisely studied the prints of Goya, where he learned how to tone etchings with aquatint and pack together scribbled lines. Thus, when it came to etching a copy of his painting inspired by one of a court page by Velázquez, he could employ the same methods Goya had used when etching copies Stock Photo

RM2HHBGR5–Boy with a Sword, Turned Left 1862 Edouard Manet French This print is the most successful of Manet's several efforts to reproduce the painting of the same title that has been in the Metropolitan Museum's collection since 1889 (89.21.2). Converting brushstrokes into lines never came easily to the artist, but he wisely studied the prints of Goya, where he learned how to tone etchings with aquatint and pack together scribbled lines. Thus, when it came to etching a copy of his painting inspired by one of a court page by Velázquez, he could employ the same methods Goya had used when etching copies

RMBRCTA4–A French court-sword, from the reign of Napoleon III Double-edged blade of diamond section and remnants of etching and bluing at the forte. Gilt brass hilt with decoration in low relief and a shell-shaped guard. Length 85.5 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, dress sword, swords, thrusting, thrustings, smallsword, epee de cour, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs,

RMW5788C–Anglo-French War, medal from the Court of Audit in Flanders in Lille, in honor of Charles V, German Emperor, Copper medal. Obverse: portrait of Charles V with a crown, orbit in the left and sword in the right hand between the year within an inscription. Reverse: firing on which the Order of Golden Fleece hangs, on Burgundian cross under two-headed eagle, flanked by and above coat of arms within an inscription, Lille, Charles V of Habsburg (German Emperor and King of Spain), Court of Auditors of Flanders, anonymous, Vlaanderen, 1545, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 2.7 cm × w 4.77

Pair of Rowel Spurs ca. 1650 French or Netherlandish These superb spurs are intricately chiseled with minute figures of warriors on horseback interspersed with grotesque masks and floral patterns. The workmanship relates closely to that of a small group of chiseled iron sword hilts that were made in either France or Holland in the mid-seventeenth century.In the first half of the 17th century, the fashion trend for gentlemen was to wear boots and spurs even non-riding circumstances, including for dancing or walking around at court. Spurs became then more than equestrian tools, but pieces of mal Stock Photo

RM2HHX9Y8–Pair of Rowel Spurs ca. 1650 French or Netherlandish These superb spurs are intricately chiseled with minute figures of warriors on horseback interspersed with grotesque masks and floral patterns. The workmanship relates closely to that of a small group of chiseled iron sword hilts that were made in either France or Holland in the mid-seventeenth century.In the first half of the 17th century, the fashion trend for gentlemen was to wear boots and spurs even non-riding circumstances, including for dancing or walking around at court. Spurs became then more than equestrian tools, but pieces of mal

Five of Clubs, E. Le Tellier, French, active late 19th century, B.P. Grimaud, Paris, France, Lithograph on paper, Five of Clubs playing card from a pack of transformation playing cards. A male court figure wearing elaborate costume, a sword at his hip and holding a large decorative ax. Five black clubs integrated into the scene., Paris, France, late 19th century, toys & games, Playing card, Playing card Stock Photo

RM2DMFCY4–Five of Clubs, E. Le Tellier, French, active late 19th century, B.P. Grimaud, Paris, France, Lithograph on paper, Five of Clubs playing card from a pack of transformation playing cards. A male court figure wearing elaborate costume, a sword at his hip and holding a large decorative ax. Five black clubs integrated into the scene., Paris, France, late 19th century, toys & games, Playing card, Playing card

Joan of Arc dedicates her weapon to the Virgin. Oil on canvas, Laure de Chatillon. Musee Antoine Vivenel. Joan of Arc (January 6, 1412 - May 30, 1431) national heroine of France and a Roman Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed Stock Photo

RMG15JWM–Joan of Arc dedicates her weapon to the Virgin. Oil on canvas, Laure de Chatillon. Musee Antoine Vivenel. Joan of Arc (January 6, 1412 - May 30, 1431) national heroine of France and a Roman Catholic saint. A peasant girl born in eastern France who claimed

Emperor Joseph I opposite Pope Clement XI and King Louis title), Cartoon in which Emperor Joseph I is presented with the sword of vengeance by an angel. Opposite him, King Louis XIV of France blows a bellows into the ear of Pope Clement XI. Rome in the background. Inscriptions and verses in the plate in Dutch. Part of: The Palm Court of Allies, a series of 9 unnumbered cartoons on the French in the year 1708 of the War of the Spanish Succession. Part of the print work published under the collective title 't Lust-Hof van Momus with the bundled series of cartoons during the years 1701-1713 of Stock Photo

RM2X6XBCW–Emperor Joseph I opposite Pope Clement XI and King Louis title), Cartoon in which Emperor Joseph I is presented with the sword of vengeance by an angel. Opposite him, King Louis XIV of France blows a bellows into the ear of Pope Clement XI. Rome in the background. Inscriptions and verses in the plate in Dutch. Part of: The Palm Court of Allies, a series of 9 unnumbered cartoons on the French in the year 1708 of the War of the Spanish Succession. Part of the print work published under the collective title 't Lust-Hof van Momus with the bundled series of cartoons during the years 1701-1713 of

Small Sword, c.1750–60. After a design by Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, 1686-1755). Steel, gilt and russeted, copper, wood; overall: 105.4 cm (41 1/2 in.); blade: 87.9 cm (34 5/8 in.); guard: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.). The hilt, pommel, and guard of this sword are richly chiseled in low relief against a stippled gold background with animals (dogs, a stag, ducks) that appear to be adapted from paintings by Jean-Baptiste Oudry (1686–1775). An elegant court sword such as this was an important accessory to a gentleman's attire, yet remained functional—it could be withdrawn for an impromptu duel. Stock Photo

RM2H106YM–Small Sword, c.1750–60. After a design by Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, 1686-1755). Steel, gilt and russeted, copper, wood; overall: 105.4 cm (41 1/2 in.); blade: 87.9 cm (34 5/8 in.); guard: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.). The hilt, pommel, and guard of this sword are richly chiseled in low relief against a stippled gold background with animals (dogs, a stag, ducks) that appear to be adapted from paintings by Jean-Baptiste Oudry (1686–1775). An elegant court sword such as this was an important accessory to a gentleman's attire, yet remained functional—it could be withdrawn for an impromptu duel.

RM2T68NTJ–Costume of a member of the Chamber of Deputies of Departments, Bourbon Restoration, 1815. In blue coat with silver collar and cuffs, court sword, bicorne. Depute a la Chambre des députés des départements. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

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Small-Sword, c. 1790-1800. This example shows the small-sword at its latest and most refined stage of development. Though highly reflective of French taste, it was probably fashioned in a Swiss workshop under French influence or by a French craftsman working in Switzerland. Worn publicly as an emblem of social rank, this sword was likely custom-made for an affluent individual to use on formal or court occasions. So-called because of its short blade, the small-sword emerged as the light and quick weapon of choice for aristocratic civilians during the 1700s. Such a sword was traditionally suspen Stock Photo

RM2A527D8–Small-Sword, c. 1790-1800. This example shows the small-sword at its latest and most refined stage of development. Though highly reflective of French taste, it was probably fashioned in a Swiss workshop under French influence or by a French craftsman working in Switzerland. Worn publicly as an emblem of social rank, this sword was likely custom-made for an affluent individual to use on formal or court occasions. So-called because of its short blade, the small-sword emerged as the light and quick weapon of choice for aristocratic civilians during the 1700s. Such a sword was traditionally suspen

RMEX71R1–Casket with scenes of courtly love (About 1180 AD); Copper, gilt, enamel Limoges, France Troubadour poets entertained the courts of Europe with love ballads. The front of this casket shows scenes of courtship from medieval love poetry. On the left, a trou

King Charles IX of France, 1550-1574. In plumed cap, short cape, embroidered doublet, slashed breeches, hose, shoes, with court sword. After a full-length portrait by Francois Clouet. Charles IX, Roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J85CM9–King Charles IX of France, 1550-1574. In plumed cap, short cape, embroidered doublet, slashed breeches, hose, shoes, with court sword. After a full-length portrait by Francois Clouet. Charles IX, Roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RF2B9BDY6–Anglo-French War, medal from the Court of Audit in Flanders in Lille, in honor of Charles V, German Emperor, Copper medal Obverse: portrait of Charles V with crown, apple of the government in left hand and sword over right shoulder within circumference. Reverse: cavalry battle within a ring, Lille, Charles V of Habsburg (German emperor and king of Spain), Court of Auditors of Flanders, anonymous, Vlaanderen, 1543 - 1546, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 2.8 cm × w 3.93 gr, Reimagined by Gibon, design of warm cheerful glowing of brightness and light rays radiance. Classic art reinvent

Louis Antoine of France, Duke of Angoulême (1775-1844), elder son of King Charles X of France, last Dauphin of France. With bicorne and court sword in military uniform. S.A.R. Monseigneur le Duc d'Angouleme. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J31NC8–Louis Antoine of France, Duke of Angoulême (1775-1844), elder son of King Charles X of France, last Dauphin of France. With bicorne and court sword in military uniform. S.A.R. Monseigneur le Duc d'Angouleme. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

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'La Pompadour', 1911-1912.Artist: Alfred Ellis & Walery Stock Photo

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Life of General Lafayette; . etter—Description ofthe Sword ordered by Congress — Successful Efforts of Lafayettewith the French Court—His Return to America and hearty Wel-come— Effect of the Tidings he brought upon the Country—HisReception by Washington—Resolution of Congress—Arrival ofCount Rochambeau — Lafayettes Division—Treason of Arnold —Operations in the South—Well-timed Munificence of Lafayette. HE reception of Lafayette in his owncountry was such as might havebeen expected from a nation, by whomthe romantic incidents of his life, andthe striking traits in his character,must be so much Stock Photo

RM2AJHEMR–Life of General Lafayette; . etter—Description ofthe Sword ordered by Congress — Successful Efforts of Lafayettewith the French Court—His Return to America and hearty Wel-come— Effect of the Tidings he brought upon the Country—HisReception by Washington—Resolution of Congress—Arrival ofCount Rochambeau — Lafayettes Division—Treason of Arnold —Operations in the South—Well-timed Munificence of Lafayette. HE reception of Lafayette in his owncountry was such as might havebeen expected from a nation, by whomthe romantic incidents of his life, andthe striking traits in his character,must be so much

A French court-sword with scabbard, 2nd half of the 19th century A thrusting blade of lenticular cross-section, for half its length on both sides covered with etchings of tendrils and banners. Gilt brass hilt with reduced guard and decorative hemispheres. The lacquered leather scabbard (kinked) has gilt brass mountings. Length 95.5 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, dress sword, swords, thrusting, thrustings, smallsword, epee de cour, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs, Stock Photo

RMBRCWBX–A French court-sword with scabbard, 2nd half of the 19th century A thrusting blade of lenticular cross-section, for half its length on both sides covered with etchings of tendrils and banners. Gilt brass hilt with reduced guard and decorative hemispheres. The lacquered leather scabbard (kinked) has gilt brass mountings. Length 95.5 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, dress sword, swords, thrusting, thrustings, smallsword, epee de cour, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs,

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Les Invalides, Paris, France. Soldiers and Sailors perform military drills. A statue of Napoleon in the background. Stock Photo

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Etching by Henrietta Mary Ada Ward. Scene in a hut, with Joan of Arc as a girl, wearing a rosary on her belt, standing at a table on which lie a loaf of bread, onion and knife, leaning on a jug, looking down to front, with a worried expression on her face Stock Photo

RMG15JWP–Etching by Henrietta Mary Ada Ward. Scene in a hut, with Joan of Arc as a girl, wearing a rosary on her belt, standing at a table on which lie a loaf of bread, onion and knife, leaning on a jug, looking down to front, with a worried expression on her face

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Gallerie des Modes et Costumes français, 1781, nn 212: Grand mourning de court (...), 1781 Man in black costume for 'deep mourning' at the French court. It consists of a frak, vest and knee pants. Cravate, wrinkled Jabot and cuffs. Wool stockings. Under the arm a triple stitch with mourning band from CRêpe. On his left, a sword with mourning band from CRêpe. Shoes with square buckle. Print from the NN series. 37th Cahier des Costumes Français, 29th Suite d'Habillements à la Mode and 1781, Gallerie des Modes et Costumes Français. paper engraving fashion plates. clothes, costume (+ men's cloth Stock Photo

RM2WEJJEP–Gallerie des Modes et Costumes français, 1781, nn 212: Grand mourning de court (...), 1781 Man in black costume for 'deep mourning' at the French court. It consists of a frak, vest and knee pants. Cravate, wrinkled Jabot and cuffs. Wool stockings. Under the arm a triple stitch with mourning band from CRêpe. On his left, a sword with mourning band from CRêpe. Shoes with square buckle. Print from the NN series. 37th Cahier des Costumes Français, 29th Suite d'Habillements à la Mode and 1781, Gallerie des Modes et Costumes Français. paper engraving fashion plates. clothes, costume (+ men's cloth

RM2T6CPAX–Anthony, King of Navarre, 1518-1562, married Queen Jeanne III in 1548, father of King Henry IV of France. In plumed cap, short cape with gold embroidery, slashed doublet, hose, court sword. Antoine de Bourbon, marie a Jeanne d'Albret en 1548. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Esquisse pour la salle d'audience de la Cour des Assises du Palais de Justice de Paris : La Justice, between 1866 and 1873. Sketch for the audience chamber at the Court of Assizes in Paris. Justice: Putto holding a sword and scales. Stock Photo

RM2K5E4E2–Esquisse pour la salle d'audience de la Cour des Assises du Palais de Justice de Paris : La Justice, between 1866 and 1873. Sketch for the audience chamber at the Court of Assizes in Paris. Justice: Putto holding a sword and scales.

RMEX71R2–Casket with scenes of courtly love (About 1180 AD); Copper, gilt, enamel Limoges, France Troubadour poets entertained the courts of Europe with love ballads. The front of this casket shows scenes of courtship from medieval love poetry. On the left, a trou

RF2B9BDY4–Anglo-French War, medal from the Court of Audit in Flanders in Lille, in honor of Charles V, German Emperor, Copper medal. Obverse: portrait of Charles V with a crown, orbit in the left and sword in the right hand between the year within an inscription. Reverse: firing on which the Order of Golden Fleece hangs, on Burgundian cross under two-headed eagle, flanked by and above coat of arms within an inscription, Lille, Charles V of Habsburg (German Emperor and King of Spain), Court of Auditors of Flanders, anonymous, Vlaanderen, 1545, copper (metal), striking (metalworking), d 2.7 cm × w 4.77 gr

Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Louis XV of France. In powdered wig, coat, waistcoat and breeches richly decorated with lace and gold embroidery. With buckle shoes and sword. Seigneur de la Cour de Louis XV. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J1DTTC–Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Louis XV of France. In powdered wig, coat, waistcoat and breeches richly decorated with lace and gold embroidery. With buckle shoes and sword. Seigneur de la Cour de Louis XV. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Rear view of a gentleman at the court of King Louis XIII of France. In short cape, lace collar, doublet with slashed sleeves, pantalons with frills, cavalier boots with spurs, sword. Gentilhomme de la Cour de Louis XIII. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J53GDB–Rear view of a gentleman at the court of King Louis XIII of France. In short cape, lace collar, doublet with slashed sleeves, pantalons with frills, cavalier boots with spurs, sword. Gentilhomme de la Cour de Louis XIII. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Ceremonial robes of a member of the Senate, Napoleonic era, First Empire, 1808. In bicorne with plumes, blue cape and coat embroidered in gold, white sash belt, white breeches, buckle shoes, court sword. Membre du Senat conservateur. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J1DW4C–Ceremonial robes of a member of the Senate, Napoleonic era, First Empire, 1808. In bicorne with plumes, blue cape and coat embroidered in gold, white sash belt, white breeches, buckle shoes, court sword. Membre du Senat conservateur. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RMBRCWBT–A French court-sword with scabbard, 2nd half of the 19th century A thrusting blade of lenticular cross-section, for half its length on both sides covered with etchings of tendrils and banners. Gilt brass hilt with reduced guard and decorative hemispheres. The lacquered leather scabbard (kinked) has gilt brass mountings. Length 95.5 cm. historic, historical, 19th century, dress sword, swords, thrusting, thrustings, smallsword, epee de cour, weapon, arms, weapons, arms, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs,

Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Louis XVI of France, late 18th century. In wig, velvet coat, waistcoat and breeches, gold embroidery, court sword, buckle shoes, bicorne hat. Seigneur de la Cour de Louis XVI. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J1DTX5–Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Louis XVI of France, late 18th century. In wig, velvet coat, waistcoat and breeches, gold embroidery, court sword, buckle shoes, bicorne hat. Seigneur de la Cour de Louis XVI. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

The Roxburghe ballads . h Cane in hand he overcome me,And took away my Mistress from me : For I confess I love a Wench, Be she English, Irish, Butch, or French. Have at all! 56 A Souldiers life is not like mine,I will be plump when he shall pine !My Projects carry stronger forceThan all his armed Foot and Horse : What though his Mortar-peeces roar, My Chimney-peeces shall do more, Have at all ! 63 Thus I have given you, in short,A courtier of Utopian Court.I write not of Beligion,For (to tell truly) we have none.If any me to question call,With pen or sword, Hah NaVs the word, Have at all ! 70 Stock Photo

RM2AJ5BFP–The Roxburghe ballads . h Cane in hand he overcome me,And took away my Mistress from me : For I confess I love a Wench, Be she English, Irish, Butch, or French. Have at all! 56 A Souldiers life is not like mine,I will be plump when he shall pine !My Projects carry stronger forceThan all his armed Foot and Horse : What though his Mortar-peeces roar, My Chimney-peeces shall do more, Have at all ! 63 Thus I have given you, in short,A courtier of Utopian Court.I write not of Beligion,For (to tell truly) we have none.If any me to question call,With pen or sword, Hah NaVs the word, Have at all ! 70

Ceremonial uniform of a Prefect of a Department during the First Empire under Emperor Napoleon I, 1810. Bicorne with silver cockade, embroidered blue coat, sash, breeches, buckle shoes, court sword. With document and quill pens on a desk. Grand Costume des Prefets. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J31N7J–Ceremonial uniform of a Prefect of a Department during the First Empire under Emperor Napoleon I, 1810. Bicorne with silver cockade, embroidered blue coat, sash, breeches, buckle shoes, court sword. With document and quill pens on a desk. Grand Costume des Prefets. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Les Invalides, Paris, France. Soldiers and Sailors perform military drills. A statue of Napoleon and the golden dome in the back Stock Photo

RMD8HP7D–Les Invalides, Paris, France. Soldiers and Sailors perform military drills. A statue of Napoleon and the golden dome in the back

French dandy in formal court costume. He wears a blue frock coat and gilet trimmed with lace, a bicorn under his arm, sword on the right. Grande parure. Le Dessin n'ayant pas été gravé au Miror, l'Epée se trouve à droite. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy. Stock Photo

RM2T69RXE–French dandy in formal court costume. He wears a blue frock coat and gilet trimmed with lace, a bicorn under his arm, sword on the right. Grande parure. Le Dessin n'ayant pas été gravé au Miror, l'Epée se trouve à droite. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy.

Small Sword, c.1750-1760. The hilt, pommel, and guard of this sword are richly chiseled in low relief against a stippled gold background with animals (dogs, a stag, ducks) that appear to be adapted from paintings by Jean-Baptiste Oudry (1686-1775). An elegant court sword such as this was an important accessory to a gentleman's attire, yet remained functional—it could be withdrawn for an impromptu duel. Stock Photo

RM2A527BK–Small Sword, c.1750-1760. The hilt, pommel, and guard of this sword are richly chiseled in low relief against a stippled gold background with animals (dogs, a stag, ducks) that appear to be adapted from paintings by Jean-Baptiste Oudry (1686-1775). An elegant court sword such as this was an important accessory to a gentleman's attire, yet remained functional—it could be withdrawn for an impromptu duel.

A fine French gilt court-sword with chiselled hilt, circa 1780 A triangular thrusting blade, blued for its entire length on both sides and decorated with gilt fleur-de-lys. Gilt French coat of arms under a royal crown on both sides at the forte. A chiselled hilt lavishly decorated in relief with riders, soldiers, and military scenes against a stippled background. Original corded silver wire grip cover and Turk's heads. The wooden scabbard (partially restored) is covered with sharkskin and has a finely cut, gilt locket. The chape and suspension bar are old, but , Stock Photo

RMBRCRX7–A fine French gilt court-sword with chiselled hilt, circa 1780 A triangular thrusting blade, blued for its entire length on both sides and decorated with gilt fleur-de-lys. Gilt French coat of arms under a royal crown on both sides at the forte. A chiselled hilt lavishly decorated in relief with riders, soldiers, and military scenes against a stippled background. Original corded silver wire grip cover and Turk's heads. The wooden scabbard (partially restored) is covered with sharkskin and has a finely cut, gilt locket. The chape and suspension bar are old, but ,

Costume of a Napoleonic Herald of Arms from 1804-1814. In plumed cap, purple armorial tunic with embroidered gold imperial eagles, white hose, mid-calf boots, gold court sword. Costume des Heraults d'armes de 1804 a 1814. Abito d'Araldo d'armi. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J31N7T–Costume of a Napoleonic Herald of Arms from 1804-1814. In plumed cap, purple armorial tunic with embroidered gold imperial eagles, white hose, mid-calf boots, gold court sword. Costume des Heraults d'armes de 1804 a 1814. Abito d'Araldo d'armi. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RM2T6942P–French gentleman in court wear. In wig, tailcoat, waistcoat, breeches, hose and slippers, with bicorne and court sword. Habit Habille. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after a fashion plate by Horace Vernet from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, 1814.

Court presentation ensemble, French, 1869. Stock Photo

RM2E2K5JK–Court presentation ensemble, French, 1869.

RMBRCRWB–A fine French gilt court-sword with chiselled hilt, circa 1780 A triangular thrusting blade, blued for its entire length on both sides and decorated with gilt fleur-de-lys. Gilt French coat of arms under a royal crown on both sides at the forte. A chiselled hilt lavishly decorated in relief with riders, soldiers, and military scenes against a stippled background. Original corded silver wire grip cover and Turk's heads. The wooden scabbard (partially restored) is covered with sharkskin and has a finely cut, gilt locket. The chape and suspension bar are old, but ,

Ceremonial costume of a Marshal of the Empire, Napoleonic era, 1808. Bicorne with plumes, blue coat with gold epaulettes and embroidery, red sash, gold belt, breeches and boots, court sword. Costume de Marechal d'Empire, 1808, designed by artist Jean-Baptiste Isabey and designer Charles Percier. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J1DW4E–Ceremonial costume of a Marshal of the Empire, Napoleonic era, 1808. Bicorne with plumes, blue coat with gold epaulettes and embroidery, red sash, gold belt, breeches and boots, court sword. Costume de Marechal d'Empire, 1808, designed by artist Jean-Baptiste Isabey and designer Charles Percier. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Francis II, King of France from 1559 to 1560. King consort of Scotland by marriage to Mary, Queen of Scots. In plumed cap, short cape, embroidered doublet, slashed breeches, hose, court sword. After a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 1. Francois II, Roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J85CJJ–Francis II, King of France from 1559 to 1560. King consort of Scotland by marriage to Mary, Queen of Scots. In plumed cap, short cape, embroidered doublet, slashed breeches, hose, court sword. After a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolio IX 1. Francois II, Roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RM2EJ1TB7–French dandy in formal court costume. He wears a blue frock coat and gilet trimmed with lace, a bicorn under his arm, sword on the right. Grande parure. Le Dessin n'ayant pas été gravé au Miror, l'Epée se trouve à droite. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy.

French dandy in attire for Napoleon's court, Paris, 1804. He wears a frock coat with embroidered collar and cuffs, breeches, white hose, slippers. He holds a bicorn under his arm, and a court sword. Habit de cour. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after Carle Vernet from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 12, 1804. Stock Photo

RM2T686YJ–French dandy in attire for Napoleon's court, Paris, 1804. He wears a frock coat with embroidered collar and cuffs, breeches, white hose, slippers. He holds a bicorn under his arm, and a court sword. Habit de cour. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after Carle Vernet from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 12, 1804.

RMBRCRWM–A fine French gilt court-sword with chiselled hilt, circa 1780 A triangular thrusting blade, blued for its entire length on both sides and decorated with gilt fleur-de-lys. Gilt French coat of arms under a royal crown on both sides at the forte. A chiselled hilt lavishly decorated in relief with riders, soldiers, and military scenes against a stippled background. Original corded silver wire grip cover and Turk's heads. The wooden scabbard (partially restored) is covered with sharkskin and has a finely cut, gilt locket. The chape and suspension bar are old, but ,

RM2EM2FWC–French dandy in attire for Napoleon's court, Paris, 1804. He wears a frock coat with embroidered collar and cuffs, breeches, white hose, slippers. He holds a bicorn under his arm, and a court sword. Habit de cour. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after Carle Vernet from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 12, 1804.

French dandy in court costume, Paris, 1803. He wears a black frock coat, gilet, breeches, hose, sword. He holds a bicorn. Costume detiquette. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy. Stock Photo

RM2T69591–French dandy in court costume, Paris, 1803. He wears a black frock coat, gilet, breeches, hose, sword. He holds a bicorn. Costume detiquette. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy.

RMBRCRW9–A fine French gilt court-sword with chiselled hilt, circa 1780 A triangular thrusting blade, blued for its entire length on both sides and decorated with gilt fleur-de-lys. Gilt French coat of arms under a royal crown on both sides at the forte. A chiselled hilt lavishly decorated in relief with riders, soldiers, and military scenes against a stippled background. Original corded silver wire grip cover and Turk's heads. The wooden scabbard (partially restored) is covered with sharkskin and has a finely cut, gilt locket. The chape and suspension bar are old, but ,

RM2EJ1TB0–French dandy in court costume, Paris, 1803. He wears a black frock coat, gilet, breeches, hose, sword. He holds a bicorn. Costume d’etiquette. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy.

RM2T6CP3T–Ceremonial costume of a Member of the Institute, Napoleonic era. In glasses, embroidered coat, waistcoat, breeches, hose and buckle shoes, with court sword and bicorne. Membre de l'Institut de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Costume of a French page at court, 18th century. In justaucorps, waistcoat, breeches, hose, ribbon shoes, with court sword and bicorne. Young nobleman educated in chivalry in service. Le Page. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Theophile Fragonard, within a decorative cartouche by Pierre-Nicolas-Frederic Grenan, from Augustin Challamel's Autrefois ou Le Bon Vieux Temps, Types de 18e Siecle, Challamel et Cie, 1842. Stock Photo

RM2WF68R3–Costume of a French page at court, 18th century. In justaucorps, waistcoat, breeches, hose, ribbon shoes, with court sword and bicorne. Young nobleman educated in chivalry in service. Le Page. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Theophile Fragonard, within a decorative cartouche by Pierre-Nicolas-Frederic Grenan, from Augustin Challamel's Autrefois ou Le Bon Vieux Temps, Types de 18e Siecle, Challamel et Cie, 1842.

Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Charles IX of France, 1572. In plumed cap, ruff collar, short cape, embroidered doublet and breeches, hose and court sword. Seigneur de la Cour de Charles IX 1572. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J3FAMF–Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Charles IX of France, 1572. In plumed cap, ruff collar, short cape, embroidered doublet and breeches, hose and court sword. Seigneur de la Cour de Charles IX 1572. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Costume of a gentleman at the court of King Charles IX of France, 1575. In plumed cap, short cape, ruff collar, doublet and breeches, hose and court sword. Gentilhomme de la Cour de Charles IX. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J3FANA–Costume of a gentleman at the court of King Charles IX of France, 1575. In plumed cap, short cape, ruff collar, doublet and breeches, hose and court sword. Gentilhomme de la Cour de Charles IX. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Fashion of a courtier of King Louis XIV of France, 1690. In powdered wig, blue justaucorps with gold embroidery, lace cravat with bow, lace cuffs, court sword, buckle shoes. Cour de Louis XIV, 1690. Handcoloured steel engraving by Antoine Monnin after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854. Stock Photo

RM2X8A81Y–Fashion of a courtier of King Louis XIV of France, 1690. In powdered wig, blue justaucorps with gold embroidery, lace cravat with bow, lace cuffs, court sword, buckle shoes. Cour de Louis XIV, 1690. Handcoloured steel engraving by Antoine Monnin after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854.

French dandy in formal wear, but not court. He wears a wig, black frock coat, white cravatte and gilet., silk hose. His bicorn and sword are on the right through a mistake of the engraver’s. Costume Habillé, mais non d’Etiquette. Le Chapeau et l’Epée se trouvent à droite par l’inadvertence du Graveur. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy. Stock Photo

RM2EJ1TAT–French dandy in formal wear, but not court. He wears a wig, black frock coat, white cravatte and gilet., silk hose. His bicorn and sword are on the right through a mistake of the engraver’s. Costume Habillé, mais non d’Etiquette. Le Chapeau et l’Epée se trouvent à droite par l’inadvertence du Graveur. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Pierre de la Mesangere’s Journal des Dames et des Modes, Magazine of Women and Fashion, Paris, An 11, 1803. Illustrations by Carle Vernet, Jean-Francois Bosio, Dominique Bosio and Philibert Louis Debucourt, engraved by Pierre-Charles Baquoy.

RMBRCTA5–A fine French gilt court-sword with chiselled hilt, circa 1780 A triangular thrusting blade, blued for its entire length on both sides and decorated with gilt fleur-de-lys. Gilt French coat of arms under a royal crown on both sides at the forte. A chiselled hilt lavishly decorated in relief with riders, soldiers, and military scenes against a stippled background. Original corded silver wire grip cover and Turk's heads. The wooden scabbard (partially restored) is covered with sharkskin and has a finely cut, gilt locket. The chape and suspension bar are old, but ,

Fashion of a courtier of King Louis XVI of France. In powdered wig, frock coat and waistcoat with gold embroidery, breeches, hose, court sword, buckle shoes, with a bicorne hat on a chair. Cour de Louis XVI, 1780. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolphe Portier after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854. Stock Photo

RM2X8A847–Fashion of a courtier of King Louis XVI of France. In powdered wig, frock coat and waistcoat with gold embroidery, breeches, hose, court sword, buckle shoes, with a bicorne hat on a chair. Cour de Louis XVI, 1780. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolphe Portier after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854.

Costume of King Louis XI, King of France, in fur-lined cape, doublet, and hose, collar of the order of Saint Michael. Court sword hanging from his belt. After a painting by Jean Léonard Lugardon but with the codpiece deleted. Cour de Louis XI, 1480. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854. Stock Photo

RM2X8A6PE–Costume of King Louis XI, King of France, in fur-lined cape, doublet, and hose, collar of the order of Saint Michael. Court sword hanging from his belt. After a painting by Jean Léonard Lugardon but with the codpiece deleted. Cour de Louis XI, 1480. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854.

RM2T6CN9D–Henry II, King of France, 1519-1559. In plumed cap, embroidered cape, doublet, breeches, hose, with almoner and court sword. Taken from a portrait by Francois Clouet. Henri II, roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

A French ceremonial sword for the court of Louis-Philippe, circa 1835 Hollow triangular thrusting blade with well-preserved gilt etching on a blued background (the forte somewhat stained). Fire-gilded bronze hilt in low relief. The single guard bears the openwork cipher 'LPR', for Louis-Philippe Rex, beneath a royal crown on a scroll. Mother-of-pearl grip scales. The pommel in the shape of a crown. Somewhat restored (slightly kinked) leather scabbard with florally engraved, gilt brass mountings. Length 97 cm. Beautiful sword with preserved frosted gilding. hist, Stock Photo

RMBRE07A–A French ceremonial sword for the court of Louis-Philippe, circa 1835 Hollow triangular thrusting blade with well-preserved gilt etching on a blued background (the forte somewhat stained). Fire-gilded bronze hilt in low relief. The single guard bears the openwork cipher 'LPR', for Louis-Philippe Rex, beneath a royal crown on a scroll. Mother-of-pearl grip scales. The pommel in the shape of a crown. Somewhat restored (slightly kinked) leather scabbard with florally engraved, gilt brass mountings. Length 97 cm. Beautiful sword with preserved frosted gilding. hist,

King Francis I of France, in plumed cap, manteau and cassock over an embroidered tunic pourpoint (doublet), silk hose, court sword. After a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres' portfolios. Cour de Francois Ier, roi de France, 1530. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolphe Portier after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854. Stock Photo

RM2X8A6YY–King Francis I of France, in plumed cap, manteau and cassock over an embroidered tunic pourpoint (doublet), silk hose, court sword. After a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres' portfolios. Cour de Francois Ier, roi de France, 1530. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolphe Portier after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854.

Fashion of a mignon or Dainty One at the court of Henry III of France, 16th century. In plumed cap, ruff collar, short cape, doublet and breeches with gilt embroidery, hose and court sword. After a caricature in Roger de Gaignieres' gallery portfolio IX 76. Cour de Henri III, 1580. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolphe Portier after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854. Stock Photo

RM2X8A77R–Fashion of a mignon or Dainty One at the court of Henry III of France, 16th century. In plumed cap, ruff collar, short cape, doublet and breeches with gilt embroidery, hose and court sword. After a caricature in Roger de Gaignieres' gallery portfolio IX 76. Cour de Henri III, 1580. Handcoloured steel engraving by Adolphe Portier after an illustration by Francois Claudius Compte-Calix from Album Keepsake des Costumes de la cour Francaise depuis Charles VII jusqu’a Louis XVI, Keepsake Album of French Court Costumes from Charles VII to Louis XVI, Modes Parisiennes, Paris, 1854.

Charles-Philippe, Count of Artois, later King Charles X of France, 1757-1836. In the uniform of the General of the Nationall Guard. S.A.R. Monsieur, Comte Dartois. Colonel General des Gardes Nationales de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820. Stock Photo

RM2J31NC4–Charles-Philippe, Count of Artois, later King Charles X of France, 1757-1836. In the uniform of the General of the Nationall Guard. S.A.R. Monsieur, Comte Dartois. Colonel General des Gardes Nationales de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomte’s Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RM2T694T4–King Charles IX of France, 1550-1574. In plumed cap, short cape, embroidered doublet, slashed breeches, hose, shoes, with court sword. After a full-length portrait by Francois Clouet. Charles IX, Roi de France. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

Moor or Arab man in robes with sword from a gilt ceiling fresco of court life in the Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain, 13th century. Statue Maure tiree de l’Alhambra a Grenade. Tinted lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and furniture to be used in the history of France), Treuttel & Wurtz, Bossange, 1827. Stock Photo

RM2CCKF96–Moor or Arab man in robes with sword from a gilt ceiling fresco of court life in the Alhambra Palace, Granada, Spain, 13th century. Statue Maure tiree de l’Alhambra a Grenade. Tinted lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and furniture to be used in the history of France), Treuttel & Wurtz, Bossange, 1827.

Costumes of Frankish lords at the court of Charles the Bald, 9th century. In helmets, cloaks, armour, hose, with sword, lance and shield. From an illuminated manuscript showing Charles the Bald receiving the Vivian Bible. In the Vivian Bible or First Bible of Charles le Chauve, 845. Costumes des Seigneurs de la Cour de Charles le Chauve. Handcoloured lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and furniture to be used in the history of France), Treu Stock Photo

RM2CCW03F–Costumes of Frankish lords at the court of Charles the Bald, 9th century. In helmets, cloaks, armour, hose, with sword, lance and shield. From an illuminated manuscript showing Charles the Bald receiving the Vivian Bible. In the Vivian Bible or First Bible of Charles le Chauve, 845. Costumes des Seigneurs de la Cour de Charles le Chauve. Handcoloured lithograph by Villain after an illustration by Horace de Viel-Castel from his Collection des costumes, armes et meubles pour servir à l'histoire de la France (Collection of costumes, weapons and furniture to be used in the history of France), Treu

French merchant, 16th century. Stock Photo

RMBY26GJ–French merchant, 16th century.

Sir Anthony Mildmay, Queen Elizabeth I's ambassador to the court of Henry IV in Paris for two years, died 1617. In ruff collar, doublet, hose, boots, court sword, in a room with curtains, table with books, quill pen and inkwell, helmet and suit of plate armour. From a portrait in the collection of Emmanuel College, Cambridge. Stock Photo

RM2JN8CDW–Sir Anthony Mildmay, Queen Elizabeth I's ambassador to the court of Henry IV in Paris for two years, died 1617. In ruff collar, doublet, hose, boots, court sword, in a room with curtains, table with books, quill pen and inkwell, helmet and suit of plate armour. From a portrait in the collection of Emmanuel College, Cambridge.

Costume of a music lover, France, 18th century. Melomaniac in powdered wig, coat, breeches, buckle shoes, with tricorne and court sword. A music fanatic in the Opera Wars between Piccinnists and Gluckists. Le Melomane. Les Gluckistes et les Piccinistes.Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Theophile Fragonard, within a decorative cartouche by Bertrand, from Augustin Challamel's Autrefois ou Le Bon Vieux Temps, Types de 18e Siecle, Challamel et Cie, 1842. Stock Photo

RM2WF68X4–Costume of a music lover, France, 18th century. Melomaniac in powdered wig, coat, breeches, buckle shoes, with tricorne and court sword. A music fanatic in the Opera Wars between Piccinnists and Gluckists. Le Melomane. Les Gluckistes et les Piccinistes.Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Theophile Fragonard, within a decorative cartouche by Bertrand, from Augustin Challamel's Autrefois ou Le Bon Vieux Temps, Types de 18e Siecle, Challamel et Cie, 1842.

RMBRE072–A French ceremonial sword for the court of Louis-Philippe, circa 1835 Hollow triangular thrusting blade with well-preserved gilt etching on a blued background (the forte somewhat stained). Fire-gilded bronze hilt in low relief. The single guard bears the openwork cipher 'LPR', for Louis-Philippe Rex, beneath a royal crown on a scroll. Mother-of-pearl grip scales. The pommel in the shape of a crown. Somewhat restored (slightly kinked) leather scabbard with florally engraved, gilt brass mountings. Length 97 cm. Beautiful sword with preserved frosted gilding. hist,

RM2T6D38X–Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Charles IX of France, 1572. In plumed cap, ruff collar, short cape, embroidered doublet and breeches, hose and court sword. Seigneur de la Cour de Charles IX 1572. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RMBRE018–A French ceremonial sword for the court of Louis-Philippe, circa 1835 Hollow triangular thrusting blade with well-preserved gilt etching on a blued background (the forte somewhat stained). Fire-gilded bronze hilt in low relief. The single guard bears the openwork cipher 'LPR', for Louis-Philippe Rex, beneath a royal crown on a scroll. Mother-of-pearl grip scales. The pommel in the shape of a crown. Somewhat restored (slightly kinked) leather scabbard with florally engraved, gilt brass mountings. Length 97 cm. Beautiful sword with preserved frosted gilding. hist,

RM2T695YH–Louis Antoine of France, Duke of Angoulême (1775-1844), elder son of King Charles X of France, last Dauphin of France. With bicorne and court sword in military uniform. S.A.R. Monseigneur le Duc d'Angouleme. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RMBRE010–A French ceremonial sword for the court of Louis-Philippe, circa 1835 Hollow triangular thrusting blade with well-preserved gilt etching on a blued background (the forte somewhat stained). Fire-gilded bronze hilt in low relief. The single guard bears the openwork cipher 'LPR', for Louis-Philippe Rex, beneath a royal crown on a scroll. Mother-of-pearl grip scales. The pommel in the shape of a crown. Somewhat restored (slightly kinked) leather scabbard with florally engraved, gilt brass mountings. Length 97 cm. Beautiful sword with preserved frosted gilding. hist,

RM2T686RC–Costume of a nobleman at the court of King Louis XV of France. In powdered wig, coat, waistcoat and breeches richly decorated with lace and gold embroidery. With buckle shoes and sword. Seigneur de la Cour de Louis XV. Handcoloured lithograph by Lorenzo Bianchi and Domenico Cuciniello after Hippolyte Lecomte from Costumi civili e militari della monarchia francese dal 1200 al 1820, Naples, 1825. Italian edition of Lecomtes Civilian and military costumes of the French monarchy from 1200 to 1820.

RMBRE06T–A French ceremonial sword for the court of Louis-Philippe, circa 1835 Hollow triangular thrusting blade with well-preserved gilt etching on a blued background (the forte somewhat stained). Fire-gilded bronze hilt in low relief. The single guard bears the openwork cipher 'LPR', for Louis-Philippe Rex, beneath a royal crown on a scroll. Mother-of-pearl grip scales. The pommel in the shape of a crown. Somewhat restored (slightly kinked) leather scabbard with florally engraved, gilt brass mountings. Length 97 cm. Beautiful sword with preserved frosted gilding. hist,

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