

Elements of an Armor
The image shows armor by an unknown artist titled "Elements of an Armor". The armor is made of metal and appears to be a suit of armor. The armor has a helmet with a pointed top and a faceplate that covers the entire face. The helmet has two small knobs on either side. The armor has a breastplate that covers the chest and stomach, with a curved collar that covers the neck. The breastplate is shaped to fit the body and has several rivets along the edges. The armor also has a belt around the waist and two pieces of metal that cover the groin area. The background is a plain gray color. The armor appears to be on display, possibly in a museum or gallery setting, mounted on a pole.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1480–90
- Medium
- Steel
- Culture
- German or Austrian
- Dimensions
- 469 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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