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Elbow Defense (Couter)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Elbow Defense (Couter) by an unknown artist is a metallic piece of armor. The defense is roughly teardrop shaped with the pointed end facing down. It is made of metal that appears to be weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging and use. The surface displays a mottled appearance with darker spots and patches scattered across it. A strap and rivets are on the left side near the top. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

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