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Mail Shirt

Bechler

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a long-sleeved, knee-length shirt made of interlocking metal rings. The shirt is primarily silver in color with some gold tones. It has a round neckline and falls just above the knees. The sleeves are long and end at the wrists. The shirt appears to be made of chain mail, with small, interlocking metal rings that form a mesh pattern. The shirt is displayed on a black mannequin or form, with only the legs visible below the shirt. The background of the image is a solid gray color. Mail Shirt by Bechler.

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
Steel, brass
Culture
German
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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