Left Tasset
Culture
European
Date1500s–1800s
Mediumsteel with modern leather
Dimensions25.5 × 22 cm (10 1/16 × 8 11/16 in.), 1 lb 6 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
MarkingsBrass tag stamped "23" attached to left tasset middle lame.
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1134.6
DescriptionThese are essentially modern creations partially using old components. There is a curious slot-mark at the top of the bottom L lame, and there are disused holes and slots on many of the lames. The decorative finishing is very poor.ProvenanceCollection of Sir Henry Farnham Burke. Purchased by John W. Higgins on May 5, 1931 from Christie's (London, England), #59 in Sir Henry Farnham Burke Collection. Given to the Museum on December 15, 1931. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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Desiderius Helmschmid
about 1552
