The Royal Armouries’ stunning collection of arms and armour provides a unique historical perspective on visual and material culture from across the world. Both intricate and elaborate, these items are a magnificent testament to fashion, craftsmanship and engineering throughout the ages. This book is filled with gorgeous photography offering a glimpse into a world of firearms, armours, swords and helmets. It includes an insightful essay by Karen Watts, former Senior Curator at the Royal Armouries and Knight of the French Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.
| ISBN: | 9780948092817 |
| Publication date: | 10th April 2017 |
| Author: | Royal Armouries |
| Publisher: | Trustees of the Royal Armouries |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 96 pages |
| Series: | Arms as Art |
| Genres: |
Militaria, arms and armour Precious metal, precious stones and jewellery: artworks and design Decorative arts Social and cultural history |