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Armor for the Tilt

Anton Peffenhauser

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Armor for the Tilt by Anton Peffenhauser: A full-body armor set made of silver-colored metal, likely steel, with a smooth and shiny surface. The armor is composed of multiple pieces, including a helmet with a pointed top, a chest plate with a large shoulder piece on the left side, and articulated pieces covering the arms, torso, and legs. The armor has gold-colored rivets and a dark-colored fabric or chainmail piece at the groin area. The armor stands on a round gray base, against a gray background that is darker at the top and lighter at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1580
Medium
Steel, brass, leather
Culture
German, Augsburg
Dimensions
413 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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