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Elbow Defense (Couter)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Elbow Defense (Couter) by an unknown artist shows a metallic piece of armor. The piece has a rounded shape. A smaller, cylindrical protrusion extends from the left side. The entire piece exhibits a weathered appearance with visible signs of wear and tear. The surface is predominantly gray with darker speckles scattered throughout, suggesting oxidation or damage. Two small holes are visible on the left side of the main body. The background of the image is a plain, light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1430–40
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
599 × 428 px
Museum record:
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