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Outer Plate of a Forearm Defense (Vambrace)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray metal object, speckled with black spots, resembling a forearm defense. The object has a cylindrical shape with a larger diameter at the top and tapering down. It features an elbow-like bend in the middle, with the top portion angled toward the top right and the bottom portion toward the bottom left. The object has a hinge on the outer side and a small loop at the bottom end. It appears to be made of metal, possibly steel, and shows signs of wear. The background is a plain light grey color. The object is labeled as a vambrace, which is a type of armor designed to protect the forearm. It is attributed to an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1450–70
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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