Breastplate for a Harquebusier
Cultureprobably
German
or
Culture
Austrian
Dateabout 1625–1650, perhaps altered in 1700s
Mediumiron and black paint
Dimensions37 × 35 × 16 cm (14 9/16 × 13 3/4 × 6 5/16 in.), 10 lb 1 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
MarkingsIndistinct, stamped circular mark ("C"?) below neck; opposite is another indistinct mark or letter. "1361" inside in white paint.
Proof mark to right of medial line, just below mid-height.
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Terms
Object number2014.747
DescriptionHeavy iron, repainted black. High-waisted, with slab sides, low medial ridge to narrow near-right angle basal flange. Short flanges at deep, rounded neck & arm openings. Pair of studs below shoulder level for backplate shoulder straps. Perimeter pierced with large holes for securing of thick leather border for lining (cf. WAM 2014.751, et al.). "L"-shaped hooks at side edges for holding waiststrap in place.ProvenanceArchduke Eugen's Armory, Fortress Hohenwerfen, Salzburg, Austria Purchased by John W. Higgins on March 5, 1927 from Anderson Galleries (NY), their no. 969. Given to the Armory on December 26, 1946. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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