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Inner Plate of a Forearm Defense (Vambrace)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metallic silver-colored armor piece, likely made of metal, with a cylindrical shape and speckled appearance. Two cylindrical sections, one larger and one smaller, meet at a bend, resembling an elbow. The larger section is positioned below, while the smaller one is on top. A curved, rounded section with a protruding tab on the left side covers the elbow area. The piece features several small rivets and bolts securing it together. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1425–1450, with later restorations
Medium
Steel, leather
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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