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Cuirass

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metallic silver-colored armor piece. Shiny metallic surface with visible scratches and dark spots. Curved and tapered shape, wider at the bottom. Two strap-like pieces on either side near the top. Wide gap at top, and a large, rounded opening on the right side. Small metal pieces on the sides. Gray background. Title: Cuirass. Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1490–1500
Medium:
Steel, gold
Culture:
Italian or Flemish
Dimensions:
483 × 624 px
Museum record:
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