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Upper Arm Defense (Rerebrace)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a metal rerebrace, specifically an upper arm defense, made of gray metal. The rerebrace is a curved, cylindrical piece with a rounded top and bottom. The surface has visible signs of wear and aging with darker spots and discoloration scattered across it. There are four rivet holes, one on the left side, one on the right side, and two on the right edge. The background is a plain light grey color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1430–40
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
599 × 428 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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