Pair of bronze greaves

Etruscan

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 170

Greaves were used to protect the shins, modeled to fit the lower legs. Deep grooves on the sides indicate calf muscles.

Pair of bronze greaves, Bronze, Etruscan

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