Brigandine Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Brigandine Plate by artist Unknown. A rusty, dark brown, curved plate with a rough edge and rivets along the perimeter. The plate is shaped like a boot or a "J", with the top-left corner pointed and the bottom-right corner curved. The rivets are small and circular, with some areas having more rivets than others. The plate has a rough texture and appears to be made of metal, with visible signs of rust and wear. The plate has several small holes and dents scattered throughout its surface. The background is a plain light gray color.