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Possibly a Pair of Gauntlets

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Possibly a Pair of Gauntlets by Two connected metal pieces made of silver-colored metal with visible signs of wear and tear. The top piece is shaped like a funnel with a wide mouth and a narrow base. It has a slight lip around the edge of the mouth and three small holes, one in the center and one on either side. The bottom piece is more bulbous and has a smaller opening. It appears to be attached to the top piece via a hinge on the right side. Both pieces have a rough, speckled appearance with darker spots scattered across their surface. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1430–40
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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