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Armor of Emperor Ferdinand I (1503–1564)

Kunz Lochner

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Full-body armor on a mannequin, displayed on a beige circular base. The armor is made of interlocking silver metal pieces. A helmet with a pointed top and a slotted visor covers the head. The torso piece has a high collar and a belt around the waist. The armor has gold accents. The background is gray, transitioning to white at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
dated 1549
Medium:
Steel, brass, leather
Culture:
German, Nuremberg
Dimensions:
353 × 625 px
Museum record:
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