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Buffe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object, silver in color, shaped like a face guard. Elongated nose guard extends upward to a rounded point. Two small metal loops on either side, possibly for attaching straps. Bottom edge is flat and wide. Surface has small holes and dark spots, likely from wear. Object titled "Buffe" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
late 16th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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