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Gorget

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gorget by Hans Stopler. Metal armor piece with a wide, curved shape. The top portion features a twisted rope-like design along the edge. The middle section showcases overlapping metal scales. The lower part is wider and features a curved shape with two small holes in the center. The surface exhibits signs of wear and aging. The background is light-colored with the object casting a shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 466 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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