A German black and white breastplate, circa 1580 Ridged breastplate with recessed stripe decoration. Roped edges at the neck and articulated gussets. Two different buckles on top attached by recent(?) rivets. Minor old brass solder repairs. Height 37 cm. historic, historical, 16th century, defensive arms, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs, utensil, piece of equipment, utensils, plating, armour-plating, armour, armor, reactive armour, armour suit, armor suit, metal, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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Size: 2968px × 3464px
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License: Licensed
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