Fragmentary Lower Cannon of a Vambrace (forearm guard)
Cultureperhaps
Italian
Datelate 1400s
Mediumsteel
Dimensions21 × 11 × 4 cm (8 1/4 × 4 5/16 × 1 9/16 in.), 5 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.922
DescriptionVery broad. Rounded outward turn at base. Fragments of 2 hinges; 1 securing pin near the opposite edge.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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