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Upper Arm Defense (Rerebrace)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metallic gray arm guard with a worn and weathered appearance. The item is curved to fit the arm, with a slight bend and rounded edges. Small holes and dark spots are visible on the surface. Five rivets are along the edge on the right side, and a small metal piece protrudes from the top left. The background is plain light gray. Upper Arm Defense (Rerebrace) by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

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