Left Pauldron (Shoulder Defense) from a Boy's Costume Armor 1507 - 1557

This piece, "Left Pauldron (Shoulder Defense) from a Boy's Costume Armor" was created by Hans Seusenhofer, a renowned armorer from 1470-1555, and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The small, intricately detailed piece of armor, crafted between 1507-1557, was likely intended for a young boy's costume armor, serving both protective and decorative purposes. The pauldrons feature ornamental elements, adding a touch of elegance to the piece.