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Reinforcing Breastplate, Shoulder Defense, and Buffe (Chin Defense)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal breastplate with etched designs. The breastplate is composed of multiple sections, including a piece that covers the upper torso and a piece that covers part of the upper arm. The breastplate is primarily silver-colored; etched patterns cover the breastplate and arm piece. Two long, cylindrical objects are behind the breastplate; one is wood with red and black designs on it, and has a long, thin metal point. The background is white.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1550 to 1575
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
402 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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