Shirt of Mail and Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The armor piece titled "Shirt of Mail and Plate" by the artist is a medieval combat garment. The shirt is primarily made of dark-colored chain mail, which covers the torso and sleeves, with a high, rounded collar. The chain mail appears to be made of small, interlocking metal rings. A wide, ornate plate covers the lower torso, featuring a gold-colored design with visible etchings or engravings. The plate is segmented into three horizontal sections. The garment has a split at the bottom for ease of movement. The sleeves are long, reaching to the wrists, and are also made of chain mail. The neck opening is fastened with a leather tie. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The overall appearance suggests a piece of historical armor from the medieval period.