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Gorget

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gorget by Meister von St. Mihiel. A semi-circular shaped piece of armor with an etched floral design; two fabric straps attached to top; a tassel on one strap; ruler at bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Iron, leather, silver
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
510 × 624 px
Museum record:
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