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Breastplate and Backplate from a Set of "Four Mirrors"

17th–18th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Breastplate and Backplate from a Set of "Four Mirrors"
  • Date: 17th–18th century
  • Culture: probably Tibetan
  • Medium: Iron, gold, leather, textile
  • Dimensions: 2003.331.1; Diam. 7 3/8 in. (18.7 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 1.8 oz. (504.6 g); 2003.331.2; Diam. 7 5/16 in. (18.5 cm); Wt. 14.8 oz. (419.6 g)
  • Classification: Armor Parts-Breastplates
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Kenneth and Vivian Lam Gift, 2003
  • Object Number: 2003.331.1, .2
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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