

Pair of Greaves (Lower Leg Defenses)
Pair of greaves made of metal, likely steel, with a silver-gray color. The greaves are shaped to fit around the lower leg, with a slight taper from top to bottom. A vertical strip of intricate etched designs runs down the center of each greave, with additional etchings along the edges. Each greave features multiple small gold-colored rivets or buckles. One greave appears to have a black lining visible at the top and gold-colored hardware. The background is a gradient of dark gray to light gray. The greaves are presented as a pair, likely by an unidentified artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1550 to 1575
- Medium
- Steel
- Culture
- Italian
- Dimensions
- 534 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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