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Cuirass

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cuirass by Artist. The image shows a shiny, gold-colored metal armor piece. The armor piece covers the torso, with a round opening at the top. It has a black interior and is adorned with silver trim along the edges and seams. The metal appears to have a smooth, slightly reflective surface with darker spots and discoloration in some areas. The armor piece has a curved shape, with a more pronounced curve on the sides. The bottom edge of the armor is also trimmed with silver and has a slight lip. The background of the image is gray, with a subtle shadow cast by the armor piece.

Artwork details

Date:
dated A.H. 1192/ 1778–79 CE
Medium:
Steel, iron, textile (velvet)
Culture:
Indian, Hyderabad
Dimensions:
496 × 624 px
Museum record:
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