The Joust of Sol and Luna

September 21, 2015

The Joust of Sol and Luna from the Aurora Consurgens an alchemical treatise of the 15th century famous for the rich illustrations that accompany it. It is interesting to note that the emblems on the shields are inverted so that Sol's shield has a lunar (moon) emblem, while Luna's shield carries a solar (sun) design.

Source: yeatsvision.com

Posted In : Art

Effigy of the Black Prince

September 21, 2015

Edward, Prince of Wales (1330-1376), commonly known as The Black Prince and son of King Edward III, was the embodiment of the perfect medieval English knight. His effigy at Canterbury Cathedral is a powerful 14th century sculpture showing him with his armour reproduced to perfection and his hands clasped in prayer, making him appear equally ready for heaven or the battlefield.

Source: theguardian.com

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Winter Training with Mas Oyama

September 12, 2015

Mas Oyama, founder of Kyokushin karate, leading his students in some winter training.

Source: saikyokarate.com

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The Same River

September 10, 2015

"You cannot step into the same river twice".

~ Heraclitus of Ephesus ~

Posted In : Proverbs & Quotes

Conor McGregor Capoeira Gif

September 10, 2015

UFC's Conor McGregor showing off some Capoeira Skills.

Source: cagepotato.com

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Musashi Goro Sadayo

September 8, 2015

Title: Clearing Weather at Mt. Shimahiro

Date: c.1850

Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Information: This image depicts a 15 year old 10th century samurai by the name of Musashi Gorō Sadayo defending himself against Imperial forces. The fighting came about after his lord, Taira no Masakado, proclaimed himself the new emperor in 939. However the rebellion was ill fated and the pretender and his men were defeated at the Battle of Mt. Shimahiro by troops led by Fujiwara no Hidesato just a few months after declaring the independent regime.

Source: mit.edu

Posted In : Art