Flag of IranArms & ArmorMailca. 1500–1600

Artwork Details

TitleMail Shirt
MediumIron alloy, copper alloy (latten), copper, brass
DimensionsL. 34 in. (86.4 cm); W. 57 in. (144.8 cm); Diam. (outside) of links 11/16 (17.0 mm); Diam. (inside) of links 7/16 in. (11.0 mm); Wt. 16 lb. 9 oz. (7520.6 g)
ClassificationMail
DepartmentArms & Armor
Dateca. 1500–1600
Credit LinePurchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2014
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CulturePersian
Date Range1475 – 1625