Pair of Sleeves (Kotē)

Pair of Sleeves (Kotē) by Artist Unknown. The image shows a pair of armored sleeves. The sleeves are made of metal and fabric. The top portion of each sleeve is made of fabric with a wide, curved neckline. The fabric is dark-colored with a subtle pattern. The metal portion at the top of each sleeve features an embossed design of a long, wavy creature. The creature on one sleeve faces left and the creature on the other sleeve faces right. Below the metal plate is a section made of interwoven metal rings. The lower part of each sleeve consists of multiple articulated metal plates. The plates are connected by metal fasteners and feature a rounded, bulbous end at the wrist. The background of the image is a textured surface with a light-gray color.