Pikeman's Backplate
Culture
Netherlandish
Dateabout 1625–1650, decorated in 1700s
Mediumsteel, iron and paint with modern leather
Dimensions33.6 × 33.5 × 14.5 cm (13 1/4 × 13 3/16 × 5 11/16 in.), 3 lb, 6 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
MarkingsIndistinct mark at nape of neck.
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1132.4
DescriptionRadiating pattern of gold-painted stars on a dark-painted background. Gold paint also on the guttered edges around the neck, armholes, and lower edge. Alternating gold flowers and dots on the lower flange.ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins on May 16, 1930 from Cyril Andrade, Ltd. of London, his no. 122. Given to the Museum on December 15, 1931. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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Netherlandish
about 1625–1650, decorated in 1700s
