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Pauldron and Rerebrace

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal shoulder armor with gold accents and rivets, comprising multiple curved pieces fitted together, featuring an etched design with geometric patterns. A smaller curved piece extends to cover the upper arm. The object is titled "Pauldron and Rerebrace" by an unspecified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th century
Medium
Steel, gold
Culture
French
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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