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Right Shoulder Defense (Pauldron)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal shoulder defense with a crown and monogram. Dark gray metal with a weathered appearance. Oval shape. A crown is engraved at the top. A monogram "AR" is underneath the crown. The border is decorated with a rope design and rivets along the edge. Gold rivets. Ornate designs are on the top and right edge. White background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1570
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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