Art Institute of Chicago
Cuirass
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- Date
- 1700/50
- Medium
- Steel, brass, silver-gilt bradding, silk textile, and leather
- Culture
- France
- Department
- Applied Arts of Europe
- Institution
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Object ID
- 116332
At over 33 pounds, this shot-proof breastplate was nearly too heavy to wear. Surprisingly, this is about the same weight as the outer tactical vests (OTVs) used by the modern military. This well-preserved cuirass was likely produced for the elite cavalry regiment known as the King’s Cuirassiers. The original blue surface contrasted against engraved and gilt bands to reference the French royal colors.
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- Credit line
- George F. Harding Collection
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- Object type
- AAT300209266
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