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Part of a Shoulder Defense (Pauldron)

ca. 1550
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Part of a Shoulder Defense (Pauldron)
  • Date: ca. 1550
  • Culture: German
  • Medium: Steel, gold
  • Dimensions: H. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm); W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)
  • Classification: Armor Parts
  • Credit Line: Gift of George D. Pratt, 1926
  • Object Number: 26.234.14
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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