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Forearm Defense (Vambrace)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal forearm defense with a cylindrical shape, made of silver-colored metal, exhibiting a weathered appearance with visible signs of wear and tear, featuring two hinges on the top and bottom for flexibility, and a broken section at the top right end; partially open to reveal a dark-colored interior with a white number 7 and some red text. Forearm Defense (Vambrace).

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1450–70
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
599 × 337 px
Museum record:
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