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AN ITALIAN BREASTPLATE C.1580
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Item Number: 09-336
This
is a good example of a type of breastplate which took its form from current
fashion. It is of fine peascod form with
a strong overhanging central ridge. That
feature mimics the padded doublets which were stylish in the late 16th
century. It is of relatively light
weight, from
Northern Italy, probably used in
a guard unit. At the time, powerful
nobles, clergy and business men maintained personal guard units to protect them
and their possessions as well as deter mischief by show of force. The armor which was worn was a display of
power but also designed for protection against street attack. Its lighter weight afforded the protection
needed while maximizing agility compared to heavier war armor.
Height: 18
GC.161......4200.00
Extended Layaway is available for this item. |
The heavy one piece iron skull is large enough to accommodate the internal padding needed for the tilt. The roped comb provides a cushion against a blow or cut.
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This fine breastplate represents a group produced in Western Europe and Italy.
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This fine breast-plate is a product of the Nuremberg armor industry. It was made for a light half armor without tassets. The inside is struck with the mark of the Nuremberg rolling mills which produced the steel plate from which is was made.
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