Metal leg armor, specifically a right thigh and knee defense, made by Wolfgang Grosschedel. Curved top edge, tapered shape to fit around a leg. Multiple horizontal overlapping plates, riveted together, with visible rivets along edges. Decorative etched line down center, with a leaf-like pattern. Small, teardrop-shaped piece at bottom left, attached with rivets. Three small hinges on right side. Gray background.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1555–60
- Medium:
- Steel
- Culture:
- German, Landshut
- Dimensions:
- 340 × 625 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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