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Left Vambrace (Arm Defense)

Anton Peffenhauser

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Full-body armor made of metal, covering torso, arms, and legs. Helmet has a pointed top and covers face with a T-shaped opening for eyes and mouth. Chest plate is smooth, while arms and legs have articulated sections. Arm guards have rivets and small bolts. Armor on right arm is missing. Lower body armor consists of a belted piece covering hips and upper thighs, with separate pieces covering lower thighs, knees, and shins. Feet are covered with metal shoes. Armor sits on a black platform against a gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1580
Medium:
Steel, brass, leather
Culture:
German, Augsburg
Dimensions:
409 × 625 px
Museum record:
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