Shield for the Field or Tournament (Targe), ca. 1450–1500

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Shield for the Field or Tournament (Targe), ca. 1450–1500, German, Wood, leather, linen, gesso, silver, polychromy, iron, 19 1/4 x 15 1/4 x 4 3/4 in. (49 x x 12 cm); Wt. 6 lb. 1 oz. (2737 g), Shields, This unusual sturdy shield is distinctive for its convex profile, the raised ribs on its surface, and its decorative scalloped edges. Recently conserved, the brilliantly colored surface displays two campaigns of painting

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Size: 2913px × 3734px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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