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Forearm Defense (Vambrace)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metallic gray forearm defense, titled "Forearm Defense (Vambrace)" by an unidentified artist. Elbow-length piece of armor with a conical shape, wider at the top and tapering down. Two horizontal lines run around the piece, one near the top and one near the bottom. Small metal pieces protrude from the bottom right. A small metal clasp is attached to the top. The surface is weathered with dark spots and patches of rust. A small hole is visible in the center. The background is plain light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1400
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
599 × 337 px
Museum record:
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