Fragmentary Lower Cannon of a Vambrace (forearm guard)
Culture
Italian
Date1450–1499
Mediumsteel
Dimensions16 × 9 cm (6 5/16 × 3 9/16 in.), 4.8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.917
DescriptionAngular outward turns at top and bottom. Fragments of 2 hinges. Retains fragment of lateral extension plate riveted inside one edge, opposite the hinges.ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins on September 28, 1929 from estate of Bashford Dean (Riverdale, NY), odd lot #3. Given to the Museum on January 8, 1947. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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Michel Witz the Younger
1530s
