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Right Knee Defense (Poleyn)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a metal piece, titled "Right Knee Defense (Poleyn)" by an unspecified artist. The piece is made of silver-colored metal with a weathered appearance and visible signs of aging or wear, featuring darker spots and discoloration across its surface. It has a distinctive shape, resembling a knee guard, with two rounded sections side by side on the left and a narrower, curved section extending to the right. The two rounded sections are separated by a ridge running down the middle and have a curved ridge along their lower edges. The piece is positioned against a plain, light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1460 and early 20th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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