Partial Suit of Armor in Maximilian Style: Proper Right Arm (Vambrace, Rerebrace, Couter)

This fluted armor was visually striking in natural sunlight, which created a dazzling effect as it reflected off the polished, rippling steel. The flutings may have originated as a means of imitating the pleatings of male costume of the day. It became apparent, however, that t...