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Hoopes, Thomas T.
1898
1981
Hoopes, Thomas Temple
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Armor and Arms
An elementary handbook and guide to the collection in the City Art Museum of St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A.
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"Armor and Arms" by Thomas T. Hoopes is an elementary handbook and guide to the collection housed in the City Art Museum of St. Louis, Missouri, written in the mid-20th century. This informative publication falls under the category of a museum guidebook, focusing on the historical and artistic significance of weaponry and armor. The book likely provides insights into the evolution of arms and armor from antiquity through the Renaissance, highlighting various styles and manufacturers. In this comprehensive yet accessible guide, Hoopes introduces readers to the fascinating history and craftsmanship of armor and weapons throughout different cultures and time periods. The text details the materials and techniques used in manufacturing, as well as the artistic embellishments that transformed functional items into objects of art. Covering topics such as chain mail, Gothic armor, Eastern arms, and various types of edged and projectile weapons, the book serves as both a catalog of the museum’s collection and an engaging narrative on the technological advancements and cultural implications of arms and armor over the centuries. Each section is enriched with illustrations, helping to illuminate the intricate designs and craftsmanship behind these remarkable artifacts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Weapons -- Catalogs
Armor -- Catalogs
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Category: History - Medieval/Middle Ages
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
Category: History - Warfare
Category: Art
Category: Archaeology & Anthropology
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