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Cuirass

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a curved, black metal piece with a red interior. The piece, titled "Cuirass" by an unknown artist, is shaped like a chest plate and has a scalloped top edge. The exterior is made of black metal with etched designs, including a large rectangular section on the front with a border and a central design. There are two hinges on either side of this section. A red fabric or leather lining is visible on the inside. The piece appears to be a historical or decorative item. The background of the image is white.

Artwork details

Date:
late 17th century
Medium:
steel, copper alloy, textile (cotton)
Culture:
Persian
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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