Breastplate with Taces and Tassets

probably European

19th century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Breastplate with Taces and Tassets
Date: 19th century
Culture: probably European
Medium: Steel
Dimensions: H. 21 1/2 in. (54.6 cm)
Classification: Forgeries
Credit Line: Bashford Dean Memorial Collection, Funds from various donors, 1929
Object Number: 29.158.144
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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