A dazzling collection of 24 postcards depicts a splendid assortment of European armor dating from the 16th and early 17th centuries. Lovingly detailed reproductions portray finely gilded and etched full- and half-suits, including a 1625 cuirassier from Northern Italy, a 1590 suit of German armor desi... read more
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A dazzling collection of 24 postcards depicts a splendid assortment of European armor dating from the 16th and early 17th centuries. Lovingly detailed reproductions portray finely gilded and etched full- and half-suits, including a 1625 cuirassier from Northern Italy, a 1590 suit of German armor designed for the tilt, and many more. Captions.
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