As combat garb, suits of armor have been obsolete for centuries. But its sculptural qualities can render a suit timeless as a decoration for the home, whether the armor is an antique replica or an ...

In a gallery on the second floor of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, you’ll find a spectacular suit of armor, circa 1505, commissioned by Ulrich, Duke of Württemberg, for his personal use in battle. It ...

Historic war-related items -- from a threatening ninth-century Viking sword to a deadly 17th-century Scottish dagger, aristocratic 19th-century English dueling pistols and 20th-century medals for ...

Swiss and German auctions of antique arms and armor will recall Roman legions, medieval knights, Ottoman nobles and samurai warriors of old Japan. Swiss auctioneer Fischer in Lucerne will hold a ...

SAN FRANCISCO, December 14: Smithsonian Channel is set to air Hidden Armor, Found Treasures, a new three-part series dedicated to examining antique arms, armor and other treasures, throughout December ...

LAST month’s series of major antiques shows and sales in New York City signaled growing strength in a market that was hit hard over the previous year, according to dealers, show managers and others in ...