European Decorative Arts and Sculpture
Armor for Use in the Tourney Fought on Foot over the BarriersMade in Milan, Italy, Europe
Armor made by Pompeo della Cesa, Italian (active Milan), c. 1537 - 1610
Engraved, etched, and partially gilded steel; brass, textiles, and leather replaced
Currently not on view
1977-167-37Bequest of Carl Otto Kretzschmar von Kienbusch, 1977
LabelThis armor was used in a form of tournament where a barrier separated the contenders, who fought on foot with either a pike or a sword. Since the barrier provided a defense for the lower portion of the body, this type of armor leaves the wearer's abdomen and legs unprotected.