Fragmentary Lower Cannon of a Vambrace (forearm guard)
Culture
Italian
Date1450–1499
Mediumsteel
Dimensions15 × 9 cm (5 7/8 × 3 9/16 in.), 4.8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.921
DescriptionRounded outward turn at base. Fragments of 2 hinges; 1 buckle at midpoint of plate.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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