Lot 2612
A painted breastplate for the Pisan Gioco del Ponte, 19th/20th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Breastplate in two parts, in the style of circa 1500, with strongly outward-turned stop ribs. Two attached fauld lames. Original polychrome decoration in yellow and red, with a Cross on the chest surrounded by foliate scrollwork. Height 45 cm. The bridge games in Pisa are a historical jousting tournament in which two factions of the City compete against one another. The games were held at irregular intervals from the early 15th century until 1807. Revived in 1927, they continue to be held almost annually on the Ponte del mezzo.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
