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Face Defense of Mail

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black mannequin head and torso, bald, with eyes open. Chain mail covers the mannequin's neck, chin and lower face. The chain mail is made up of interlocking silver rings. The chain mail covers the mannequin's chest and upper shoulders. The background is light grey. The title of the image is "Face Defense of Mail" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
Copper alloy (latten), iron
Culture
German
Dimensions
540 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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