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Round Target

Period:

16th Century

Description:

Round shields were carried by infantrymen for protection from pikes and bullets.  This example has been painted gold at a later date and this was probably so that it could be used in a tournament or pageant.

Place of Production:

Northern Italy

Materials/Media:

steel

Dimensions:

d 560mm

Source:

Dean Castle

Accession number:

MA/A46

Digital Number:

EAAM015n

Copyright:

East Ayrshire Council