Backplate
Culture
Netherlandish
Date1630–1645
Mediumsteel with gilding and later blueing, brass, modern leather and fabric
Dimensions35 × 36 × 18 cm (13 3/4 × 14 3/16 × 7 1/16 in.), 11 lb, 2 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1161.4
DescriptionOf heavy steel, same weight as breastplate. Lining rivets around perimeter as with breastplate. Restored leathers and metal fittings on shoulder straps.ProvenanceBashford Dean collection purchased by Museum on October 26, 1950 from Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc. (NYC), sale no. 1186. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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