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The tabar, also known as tabarzin, derives its name from the Persian term "saddle axe" (تبر). It stands as a notable type of battle axe with origins spanning regions including the Ottoman Empire, Persia, India, and neighboring cultures. This weapon holds significant historical and cultural significance, having been utilized in warfare across various civilizations.
Characterized by its distinctive design, the tabar typically features a single-edged blade mounted on a long shaft, often adorned with ornate engravings or decorations. Its practical design made it a versatile weapon on the battlefield, capable of inflicting devastating blows with its heavy head while also serving utilitarian purposes such as chopping wood or clearing obstacles.
The term "tabar" itself has traveled through linguistic and cultural exchanges, originating from Iranian Scythian roots. Its adoption as a loanword extends beyond its region of origin, finding its way into many Slavic languages where it is commonly used to refer to axes in general.
Throughout history, the tabar has been wielded by warriors from diverse backgrounds, including cavalrymen, foot soldiers, and elite guards. Its presence in military conflicts and ceremonial contexts underscores its status as both a practical tool and a symbol of martial prowess.
Today, the legacy of the tabar endures in various forms, from historical artifacts displayed in museums to modern reproductions crafted by artisans. Its association with cultures across the Middle East and Central Asia serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of civilizations and the enduring influence of weaponry in shaping human history.
A print from Los Disparates (or Los Proverbios), Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes’ (1746-1828) last major print cycle.
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A print from Los Disparates (or Los Proverbios), Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes’ (1746-1828) last major print cycle.
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Remembering India's 61st Republic Day
I’m sure any one who has been to India and is camera lover can’t resist capturing India’s beautiful artworks of past.
This picture was taken in Jaipur City Palace.
During our visit to this wonderful Palace.
This is a handheld capture.
Enjoy the moment !!!!
The shot
Camera Canon 5D, single shot hand , added a layer of texture.
I would highly appreciate, if constructive criticisms are given for improvement.
3rd-1st century B.C.E., L. 49 cm. & 9.5 cm.
This group is exceptional, both for its remaining together and for its incredible state of preservation. The bow was made from bamboo: to aid its efficacy as a weapon, the profile was carved into three curves (the middle one serving as the handgrip),andthe ends, reinforced by a leather covering, are curled into volutes for attaching the bowstring. The wood is covered by a kind of clear enamel with geometric decorations (lines, rectangular and triangular shapes) applied near the ends. The quiver has a triangular section that narrows towards the bottom. It is made of three wooden boards covered by a thin layer of white leather. Some large green, red, and brown leather bands (the green and the red are still very vivid) decorate the quiver, and these bands are further ornamented with wild animals, among which we can identify horses and deers.
The word "Scythian" refers to a large group of nomadic and related small tribes, speaking Iranian language. They lived in a very wide region from Danube plains to Central Asian steppes and Siberia. Military life was one of the most important mainstays of the Scythians, who were warriors above all, to the point that even women could fight in battles.
Bibliography
LEBEDYNSKY I., Les Scythes, La civilisation des steppes, Paris, 2001, p. 154ss;
PIOTROVSKY B. (éd.), Scythian Art, Oxford-Leningrad,1987, n. 171-73, 184-187.
Erhard Schön, Turkish Soldier on a Dromedary, c. 1530, Woodcut.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
(Photo Copyright Simon Hayward 2011)
The Tamworth Saxon Festival was held for three days in August 2011 in the grounds of Tamworth Castle,the festival celebrated the the arrival of the 'Staffordshire Hoard' which will be on display at Tamworth Castle from sat 27th Aug to Sun 18th Sept 2011.Tamworth was once the Ancient Capital of the kingdom of Mercia & centre of military rule. The so called 'Staffordshire Hoard' returns home (be it all for only a few weeks or so) after more than a thousand years away.The hoard or the 'Mercian Hoard' as i like to call it as Staffordshire did not exist when the gold was buried in a farmers field ten miles away Northwest of Tamworth well over a thousnd years ago! Tamworth is the rightful place for the hoard to be permanently kept , not Birmingham or Stoke upon Trent, as The Tamworth Herald said "There seems little doubt that this incredible haul of gold is linked to our ancient town"
Photo Copyright - Simon Hayward (August 2011)
Sebald Beham, Corporal of the field.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Erhard Schön, Gun master, c. 1530, Woodcut,
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Bronze sword with an incised human face, linear and spiral designs on both sides of the hilt and blade. 400-200 BC
Sebald Beham, Lansquenet, c. 1530, Woodcut,
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Bronze sword with an open mouthed dragon head on the handle, with traces of gold gilding. 400-200 BC
Nicolas Stoer, Turkish archer, woodcut, c 1530.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Erhard Schön, Muscovite on horseback, woodcut, c 1530.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Bronze sword with two columns of four animals on the handle’s surface. Two stylized dragons facing each other at the top of the handle. The middle of the blade depicts ten animals on both sides. 400-200 BC
The Omega Weapon is a mysterious artificial monster with a surprising resemblance to the Ultima Weapon within the Deep-Sea Research Center. Omega resides outside of time in Ultimecia's Castle, though it does not necessarily serve her. Its power is tremendous, and few heroes would even consider fighting it.
Niklas Stoer, Lansquenet Clas Winttergrön with his son Heintz.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Erhard Schön, Soldinus, a Persian horseman who tells that sultan Suleiman wants all Germany to add to his empire.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Erhard Schön, Lansquenet Heyne of Schwyz.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Erhard Schön, c 1530. Turkish horseman carries off a couple in chains.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Ancient Egyptian chert spearhead.
[El-Hammamiya | 5300-3000 BC | Bolton Museum | 10 x 3.4 x 0.4 cm]
© Julia Thorne
Erhard Schön, Provost.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
Bulbous-shaped, solid bronze mace head with a decorative, ridged design and a ring around the long neck. Hole through the center. 1200 BC
All forge-welded axe with low carbon body, forge-welded eye and forge-welded 1075 bit. Edge length 10.2 cm, weight 500 g.
All forge-welded axe with low carbon body, forge-welded eye and forge-welded 1075 bit. Opens bottles.
Erhard Schön, Vasili III Ivanovich, Grand Prince of Moscow from 1503-1533.
Mercenaries and Turks is a small exhibition in Rotterdam Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It’s exhibiting two unusual coloured sets of newly recovered woodcuts from the German Renaissance (c 1530).
One set portrays Swiss and German mercenaries. The other series shows Turkish soldiers riding horses and camels.
Untill 7 March 2010.
A pair of ornamental bronze circular axe blades with irregular form. Both are cast and hammered on the cutting edge. One having a crescent shaped blade with prongs and a triple supporting hafting base. The other has a double supported hafting base with the upper part engraved with geometric designs on both sides of the half-moon shaped blade. Inca, Peru ca. 15th century.
Measures: 5.5”/13.97 cm x 6”/15.24 cm; 5.5”/13.97 cm x 9”/22.86 cm. Arranged in a 12"/30.48 cm by 16"/40.64 cm by 3”/7.62 cm. black shadowbox glass display case.
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Bronze sword with decorative designs including Chinese inscriptions, stylized human figures and faces and various other geometric patterns. 400-200 BC