Photo of collection object Hauberk
Hauberk, 1400s. riveted steel rings; close woven, Overall: 110.5 cm (43 1/2 in.). Gift of John L. Severance, 1916.1552. CC0.

Hauberk

1400s

Maker Unknown

Medieval Art

Hauberk, 1400s. European, 15th century. Riveted steel rings; close woven; overall: 110.5 cm (43 1/2 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of John L. Severance 1916.1552 Mail provided excellent defense against the sword cut, though only limited defense against crushing blows from weapons like the mace or the battle axe.
Maker/Artist
Maker Unknown
Classification
Arms and Armor
Formatted Medium
riveted steel rings; close woven
Dimensions
Overall: 110.5 cm (43 1/2 in.)
Departments
Medieval Art
Accession Number
1916.1552
Credit Line
Gift of John L. Severance
Rights Statement
CC0
Museum Location
210A Armor Court

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