The era between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Reformation is unique. During the Middle Ages, Western Europe was in a restless slumber brought on by war, power struggles, illiteracy, and disease. But at the same time, sparks of genius were igniting that would bring new styles of art and architecture and change the world. Through it all, faith was the ever-present catalyst for artistic, intellectual, social, and political developments.

Welcome dear friends and guests of Medieval Castles. Footage of a castle in Ireland on the right. We want to share with the world beauty of castles.

Articles, links and features about all aspects of medieval and medieval revival church art. Friday, 17 July 2015. Stone altars and Godly texts, Continuity of Use at Patrishow. In a remote valley of the Brecon Beacons is the tiny hamlet of Patrishow. Nothing is known of Issui, except his name. Except it seems at Patris.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011. Black Gambeson - Medieval clothes. A gambeson would be worn either separately or in combination with maille or plate armour. Gambeson is made of fine quilted canvas that will both protect and provide an accurate period outfit for re-enacting. Made in the style of the 13th century with laces up the front, this gambeson will can be used as either a great practice outfit or padding under our other suits of armour. Knightly Riding Cape - Medieval clothes.

Clothing - Medieval and Renaissance. Economy Arms Swords and Daggers. Fantasy Arms Swords and Daggers. Hunting and Black Powder Related. Jewelry - Medieval, Renaissance, and Celtic. Marto Medieval Decorative Arms and Armor.