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We we are honored to offer a Festschrift (a publication of articles, essays, etc., contributed by many authors in honor of a colleague, usually published on the occasion of retirement or an important anniversary) through The Oakeshott Institute. These works are written in honor of David Edge recently retired Head of Conservation at the Wallace Collection and our dear friend and colleague.

This collection brings together papers written by curators, conservators and scientists who have worked very closely with European and Oriental arms and armour from some of the world’s finest collections. The pieces, which have been examined in detail, include not only those made for royalty, such as the helmet of the Black Prince, the armours of King Henry VIII and the jewel-encrusted dagger of Shah Jahan, but also more common items and even some created to deceive. Through careful study and hands-on experience, each of the authors provides an eye-opening insight into the history, science and interpretation of these important objects.

This work includes some interesting insights into metallurgy of wootz steel, construction of blades and pommels of viking era swords and several detailed examinations of armour in detail and form, including work in metallurgy and the use of xray to discern detail.

Arms & Armour History, Conservation and Analysis, Editors Alan Williams and Keith Dowen

Published by Archetype Publications Ltd in association with the Arms and Armour Society. Presented here by The Oakeshott Institute all profits going to support the work of our research and outreach efforts.

Purchase the volume here https://www.arms-n-armor.com/products/arms-armor-history-conservation-and-analysis-essays-in-honour-of-david-edge