Left Cowter
Culture
German
Dateearly 1500s
Mediumsteel and leather
Dimensions19 × 16 cm (7 1/2 × 6 5/16 in.), 1 lb 4 oz (weight with rerebrace)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Markings3 V-shaped nicks in the edge of the L cowter.
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1153.6
DescriptionLarge, rounded, heart-shaped in profile, distinct pucker at elbow, extend well into inside of arm. Embossed bulge for elbow. Embossed rib around border, decorated by single, engraved fillet. Attached by vertically mounted leather, secured at center, and a "Y"-shaped transverse leather and buckle. Both cowters restored.ProvenanceSir Guy F. Laking purchased in 1907 by Clarence Mackay collection (his #2, #A-38 in Gimbel sale); not in "Record of Armor Sales." Purchased by Museum from Hammer Galleries, Gimbel Brothers (NYC) on June 1, 1942. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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