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Left Half of a Breastplate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Left Half of a Breastplate by an unknown artist. Dark brown metal breastplate, left half, curved to fit body, with rounded top edge and scalloped bottom edge. Metal rivets line edges. Surface scratched and worn with areas of rust. Top edge shows signs of leather or fabric remains. Small holes around perimeter.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1400–1450
Medium
Steel, copper alloy, textile (linen)
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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