Armor

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a suit of armor titled "Armor" by an unknown artist. The armor is made of metal and consists of multiple pieces, including a helmet with a pointed top, a breastplate with a central seam, shoulder guards, elbow guards, gauntlets, a kilt-like piece covering the hips, and greaves on the legs. The armor is standing on a black rectangular base. The background is a plain wall. The armor appears to be on display. The photo is in black and white. The image is rectangular. The armor takes up most of the frame.

Artwork Details

Date: ca. 1575; breastplate, later; lancerest and gilt decoration, probably 18th–19th century
Medium: Steel, gold, leather, copper alloy, textile
Culture: Italian, probably Milan
Dimensions: 462 × 625 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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