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Tournament or Cavalry Shield (Targe)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown wooden shield resembling the letter 'H', with a black border around the edges, featuring the repeated text 'Io Hart'. The shield has a central design with a sun or moon at the top, a tree, and a diamond-shaped coat of arms. A dragon-like creature with a long tail and wings is positioned on either side. The shield appears old and weathered with visible signs of wear and tear.

Artwork Details

Date
early 15th century
Medium
Wood, leather, gesso, silver, paint
Culture
probably Austrian
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette

More from probably Austrian