steel round shield 59 cm Renaissance en Tudor kleding Sallet flat on the head

Sallet flat on the head with visor open and bevor closed – offers slightly more protection while maintaining visibility

rounded cross-guard and is suitable for light sword fighting

Helmets like these remained in use until the first half of the 13th century

sword and wears an embroidered tunic

RFB sword with winged guard

steel round shield 59 cm Renaissance en Tudor kleding Sallet flat on the headRotella shields were primarily used during the Renaissance (16th17th centuries). They were inspired by the round shields of classical antiquity, frequently depicted in Greek and Roman art. There are various Spanish and Italian manuals, such as those by Di Grassi and Marozzo, explaining how to use the rotella. These shields were used throughout Renaissance Europe. The rotella was often paired with a side sword or a spear. A beautiful replica from