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Right Half of Brigandine Breastplate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Right Half of Brigandine Breastplate by artist. Dark brown metal plate, rectangular with rounded corners and a curved cutout on the top right side. The plate has a dark patina with lighter brown and white spots. Small metal rivets line the edges of the plate. A strip of worn brown leather or fabric is attached to the bottom edge. The bottom edge of the plate shows signs of wear and tear, with some rust visible. The plate is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
1400–1450
Medium:
Steel, textile (bast fiber, linen, hemp)
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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