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Gauntlet for the Right Hand

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal gauntlet for the right hand, made of silver or gray metal with a rough texture and visible spots of wear. The gauntlet has a cuff that covers the wrist and extends up the arm with a wide, curved shape to cover the back of the hand, and an opening at the bottom to fit over the fingers. The interior is dark, possibly from oxidation or wear. The gauntlet is angled to the right, with the cuff end pointing up and the finger opening facing down. The background is a plain gray color with a subtle shadow underneath the gauntlet. The image is titled "Gauntlet for the Right Hand".

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1420
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
600 × 486 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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