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Coloured drawings from BL Harley 4205, f. 21

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Coloured drawings from BL Harley 4205, f. 21

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Coloured drawings of combatant mounted knights in armour and tabard. Image taken from f. 21 of Military Roll of Arms (manuscript also known as Sir Thomas Holme's Book of Arms) (index Heraldry).

The "BL Harley Manuscript" refers to a collection of medieval manuscripts held in the British Library in London. The Harley Manuscripts are part of the larger collection known as the Harley Collection, which was assembled by Robert Harley (1661–1724) and his son Edward Harley (1689–1741). Robert Harley was a prominent English statesman and bibliophile, and he began amassing a vast collection of books and manuscripts in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.

The Harley Manuscripts are known for their diversity and include a wide range of texts, including historical chronicles, illuminated manuscripts, legal documents, literary works, and scientific treatises. The collection contains over 7,000 manuscripts, and it is considered one of the most important manuscript collections in the British Library.

The Harley Manuscripts are numbered with the prefix "Harley," followed by a specific manuscript number. Each manuscript in the collection has its own unique content and history, and they cover a broad spectrum of topics and time periods. Some of the manuscripts in the collection are beautifully illuminated, with intricate illustrations and decorations.

Thomas Holme's Book of Arms is a manuscript that contains a collection of heraldic designs and coats of arms. It was created by Thomas Holme, who served as the Rouge Dragon Pursuivant of Arms at the College of Arms in London, England, in the late 17th century. The book is an important source of information on the heraldic traditions of England and includes a wide range of coats of arms, including those of noble families, cities, universities, and other institutions. The book is now held in the British Library in London.

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1200 - 1500
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