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Mail Hood and One Piece Suit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Mail Hood and One Piece Suit by is a full-body armor made of interlocking metal rings. The suit covers the torso, arms, and legs. It has long sleeves and long pants. The metal rings are small and densely packed, forming a mesh-like material. The suit is a brownish-gold color. The background is white.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Steel or iron, copper alloy
Culture
Indian
Dimensions
427 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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