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Brayette and Buttock Defense

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Chain mail armor, specifically a brayette and buttock defense. Dark grey or black metal rings woven together in a pattern. The piece consists of two main sections: a wider lower section and a narrower upper section. The lower section is rectangular with slightly rounded corners. A narrower piece extends upwards from the center of the lower section, tapering to connect with the upper section. The upper section is rectangular and wider than the connecting piece. Light grey background, possibly paper.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 444 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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