Lower Cannon of a Vambrace, for the right forearm
Date1530–1540
Mediumsteel
Dimensions21 × 11 × 6 cm (8 1/4 × 4 5/16 × 2 3/8 in.), 8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.925
DescriptionSteel. Gutter-shaped, slightly tapering plate with inwardly turned, roped edge at wrist. Opposite end with losses to 1 side, but rivet hole opposite indicates part of vambrace in "German" fashion, with leathers to center. Inner edge has pair of holes & domed rivet for lost hinge. Edge here closely dentated with file marks. Edge opposite with single hole for peg of hinged half. Side edges followed by etched band of running leafy foliation on plain, blackened ground, within polished fillets. Wrist opening with double recessed bands, that closest to edge with similar decoration. Moderate pitting & locally heavy losses.ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins on September 28, 1929 from estate of Bashford Dean (Riverdale, NY), his no. 54. Given to the Museum on December 26, 1946. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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Desiderius Helmschmid
about 1552
