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Cuirass and Tassets (Torso and Hip Defense)

Kolman Helmschmid

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored torso armor with a round opening on the right side and a black padded interior. The torso piece has a series of horizontal ridges and etched designs on the front. There are two gold hinges on either side of the opening. A neck piece is attached to the top. The lower part of the armor consists of overlapping plates that cover the hips, with a decorative pattern along the bottom edge. The armor is mounted on a beige stand. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1510–20
Medium
Steel, leather
Culture
German, Augsburg
Dimensions
424 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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