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Armor

Kolman Helmschmid

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a suit of armor. The armor is made of metal, likely steel, and features a helmet with a visor, a chest plate, shoulder guards, arm guards, a waist guard, and leg guards. The armor has a ribbed design on the arms, legs, and chest. The armor is standing on a rectangular base. The armor has a sword with a long handle and a wide blade in the right hand. The armor's left hand is closed in a fist. The background is a plain light gray color. The armor is by Kolman Helmschmid.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1515 and later
Medium
Steel, gold, leather
Culture
German, Augsburg and Landshut
Dimensions
351 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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