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Three heralds with trumpets adorned with fleur-de-lis
Three heralds with trumpets adorned with fleur-de-lis standards, 15th century. They wear small caps, short capes over short tunics, one with slashed sleeves, hose and long pointed shoes. From a manuscript copy of the Chronicles of Jean Froissart in the Bibliotheque du Roi, Paris, late 15th century. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Thomas Anthony Day and J.H. Dines Illustrations of Mediaeval Costume in England collected from manuscripts in the British Museum, Bibliotheque Nationale de Paris, Bosworth, London, 1853
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This image showcases three heralds, each proudly holding a trumpet adorned with the distinctive fleur-de-lis standard. Dating back to the 15th century, these heralds are depicted in intricate detail from a manuscript copy of the Chronicles of Jean Froissart, housed in the Bibliotheque du Roi in Paris. The heralds wear the traditional attire of the time, donning small caps, short capes over short tunics, one with slashed sleeves, hose, and long pointed shoes. Their attire is further enhanced by the addition of hats and capes, which add an air of grandeur and importance to their presence. The fleur-de-lis, a symbol of the royal House of Valois, adds an additional layer of significance to the image. The heralds' trumpets, or horns, were used to announce the arrival of important dignitaries or to signal the start of tournaments and other ceremonial events. This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Thomas Anthony Day and J.H. Dines, offers a fascinating glimpse into the opulent world of mediaeval costume and ceremony.
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