Arms & ArmorCoat of mail and plate18th centuryShirt and Pair of Leg Defenses is a coat of mail and plate of Indian origin created in 18th century using steel, gold, leather measuring 36.25.31a (mail and plate coat): H. 31 5/16 in. (79.5 cm)… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, gold, leather |
| Dimensions | 36.25.31a (mail and plate coat): H. 31 5/16 in. (79.5 cm); W. 63 13/16 in. (162.0 cm); W. of chest 22 in. (56.0 cm); Diam. (outside) of solid body links 5/16 in. (7.6 mm); Diam. (inside) of solid body links 7/32 in. (5.4 mm); Diam. (outside) of riveted body links 11/32 in. (8.5 mm); Diam. (inside) of riveted body links 1/4 in. (6.6 mm); Diam. (outside) of solid collar links 7/16 in. (10.8 mm); Diam. (inside) of solid collar links 5/16 in. (8.1 mm); Diam. (outside) of riveted collar links 3/8 in. (9.3 mm); Diam. (inside) of riveted collar links 1/4 in. (6.7 mm); 36.25.31b (mail and plate leg defence): L. 26 in. (66.0 cm); W. 15 in. (38.0 cm). |
| Classification | Coat of mail and plate |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | 18th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1701 – 1800.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses?
Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses created?
Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses dates to 18th century.
What material is Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses made from?
Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses is crafted from steel, gold, leather.
Is Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses in the public domain?
Shirt and Pair of Leg Defenses is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026