

Elbow Defense (Couter)
The elbow defense, also known as a couter, is a silver-gray, metal piece of armor. The item is positioned with the curved side facing left. The surface exhibits a weathered appearance with visible signs of wear, including discoloration and pitting. There are two small holes on the front and several rivets securing the sections together. A hinge is present on the inside of the left side.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1430–40
- Medium
- Steel
- Culture
- Italian
- Dimensions
- 599 × 428 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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