Arms & ArmorMaildated A.H. 1042/A.D. 1632–33Shirt of Mail and Plate is a mail of Indian origin created in dated A.H. 1042/A.D. 1632–33 using steel, iron, gold, leather measuring as mounted, H. 32 in. (81.3 cm)l; L. 31 in. (78.8 cm); W… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, iron, gold, leather |
| Dimensions | as mounted, H. 32 in. (81.3 cm)l; L. 31 in. (78.8 cm); W. 40 in. (101.5 cm); Wt. 23 lb. 10 oz. (10.7 kg) |
| Classification | |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2008 |
| Date | dated A.H. 1042/A.D. 1632–33 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1632 – 1633.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Shirt of Mail and Plate?
Shirt of Mail and Plate is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Shirt of Mail and Plate created?
Shirt of Mail and Plate dates to dated A.H. 1042/A.D. 1632–33.
What material is Shirt of Mail and Plate made from?
Shirt of Mail and Plate is crafted from steel, iron, gold, leather.
Is Shirt of Mail and Plate in the public domain?
Shirt of Mail and Plate is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026