

The image depicts a bronze or metal breastplate with a dark patina. The breastplate features rounded shoulders with two holes on each side. The main body of the breastplate has a raised design in the center consisting of curved lines and shapes. There are several small holes along the edges and throughout the plate. The plate appears to be secured by metal brackets on either side. The background of the image is gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Steel, lacquer, and copper alloy
- Culture
- Japanese
- Dimensions
- 493 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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