Cuirass

Marks or LabelsPlastron : marque d'épreuve causé par une balle de plomb; dossière : marque d'épreuve causé par une balle de plomb.

Period 18e siècle

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, brass; skin: leather

DimensionsHeight: 45 cm (17 11/16 in.) Length: 32.9 cm (12 15/16 in.) Width: 30 cm (11 13/16 in.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Body Armor

Origin Europe

Object Number1958.3 ab

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditPurchase

Status

Not on view

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Cuirass

au bas, intérieur : Manuf Rale de Klingenthal Février 1833. 3T 1Lr No 246 ; devant, coin supérieur : G13. "Manufacture nationale d'armes de Chatellerault" et "3ième Taille Largeur Extra No. 9 Officier"

Manufacture d'Armes de Châtellerault (MAC)

1910

1998.12.10