roman equestris auxiliae shield Huisdecoratie Tempera is difficult to make

Tempera is difficult to make and therefore oil paint became quickly popular around the Renaissance period

cross-guard and ornaments

Nowadays there are still units in the Canadian army that have the lance as their official weapon

Handy and sturdy LARP shield made of foam and latex coating

roman equestris auxiliae shield Huisdecoratie Tempera is difficult to makeThis shield is a replica of originals that were used by the Roman auxiliae. The equestris were hired cavalry. These auxiliae were specialists in warfare. The shield is made of plywood like the originals, covered with painted linen and provided with a brass edge. The middle has an umbo. This shield is 122 cm high, 75 cm wide and weighs approx. 6 kg.