Breastplate

Armorer Kunz Lochner German

ca. 1550–55

Not on view

Artwork Details

Title: Breastplate
Armorer: Kunz Lochner (German, Nuremberg, 1510–1567)
Date: ca. 1550–55
Geography: Nuremberg
Culture: German, Nuremberg
Medium: Steel, gold
Dimensions: H. 22 1/2 in. (57.2 cm); W. 16 3/4 in. (42.5 cm); D. 6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm); Wt. 7 lb. 10.5 oz. (3472.8 g)
Classification: Armor Parts-Breastplates
Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
Object Number: 14.25.866
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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