Renaissance | Knight’s Upper Arm Defense | 16th Century Upper Cannon Armor

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Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense, 16th-century cannon-style armor plate with riveted bands, aged surface, and mounted for display.
Close-up video of a 16th century Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense, showing aged steel patina and riveted armor craftsmanship.
Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense 16th-century armor plate
16th-century cannon-style upper arm armor with riveted bands
Antique Renaissance armor plate with aged surface and display mount
Knight’s upper arm cannon armor from the 16th century Renaissance era
Renaissance period upper arm defense armor with riveted metal bands
16th-century European knight armor plate mounted for display
Antique Renaissance upper arm armor showcasing craftsmanship and age
Knight’s cannon-style arm defense with riveted design and aged patina
16th-century Renaissance knight armor with riveted cannon-style design
Antique European upper arm defense plate from the Renaissance period
16th century knight armor video showing how upper cannon arm defenses protected warriors during the Renaissance, featuring authentic steel craftsmanship.
  • Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense, 16th-century cannon-style armor plate with riveted bands, aged surface, and mounted for display.
  • Close-up video of a 16th century Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense, showing aged steel patina and riveted armor craftsmanship.
  • Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense 16th-century armor plate
  • 16th-century cannon-style upper arm armor with riveted bands
  • Antique Renaissance armor plate with aged surface and display mount
  • Knight’s upper arm cannon armor from the 16th century Renaissance era
  • Renaissance period upper arm defense armor with riveted metal bands
  • 16th-century European knight armor plate mounted for display
  • Antique Renaissance upper arm armor showcasing craftsmanship and age
  • Knight’s cannon-style arm defense with riveted design and aged patina
  • 16th-century Renaissance knight armor with riveted cannon-style design
  • Antique European upper arm defense plate from the Renaissance period
  • 16th century knight armor video showing how upper cannon arm defenses protected warriors during the Renaissance, featuring authentic steel craftsmanship.
Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense, 16th-century cannon-style armor plate with riveted bands, aged surface, and mounted for display.
Close-up video of a 16th century Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense, showing aged steel patina and riveted armor craftsmanship.
Renaissance knight’s upper arm defense 16th-century armor plate
16th-century cannon-style upper arm armor with riveted bands
Antique Renaissance armor plate with aged surface and display mount
Knight’s upper arm cannon armor from the 16th century Renaissance era
Renaissance period upper arm defense armor with riveted metal bands
16th-century European knight armor plate mounted for display
Antique Renaissance upper arm armor showcasing craftsmanship and age
Knight’s cannon-style arm defense with riveted design and aged patina
16th-century Renaissance knight armor with riveted cannon-style design
Antique European upper arm defense plate from the Renaissance period
16th century knight armor video showing how upper cannon arm defenses protected warriors during the Renaissance, featuring authentic steel craftsmanship.

Renaissance | Knight’s Upper Arm Defense | 16th Century Upper Cannon Armor

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Northern or Western Europe
Material: Forged steel with decorative detailing
Period: 16th Century CE

Description
This finely crafted upper arm defense, or “upper cannon,” exemplifies the ingenuity of Renaissance armor-making. Forged in steel during the 16th century, it reflects the period’s perfect balance of martial functionality and ornate design. Armorers of this era produced pieces not only to withstand the brutality of battle but also to symbolize the wealth and prestige of their noble owners. This element features articulated shaping to protect the upper arm while allowing flexibility, a practical hooked attachment for integrating with other armor components, and reinforced ridges to deflect enemy blows. Decorative twisted patterns enhance both its structural strength and aesthetic refinement, marking it as the property of an elite knight or noble warrior.

Features

- Forged steel construction with beveled ridges for deflection

- Rotating articulation for full arm mobility

- Hooked feature for attachment to additional defenses

- Twisted decorative patterns, blending strength with artistry

- Compact yet durable design suited to both battle and ceremony

Cultural Significance
Armor of this caliber was more than battlefield equipment—it was a status symbol. Owned by high-ranking knights or noblemen, it embodied martial prowess and social prestige. Its versatile design meant it could be worn both in combat and in ceremonial processions, underscoring the dual role of Renaissance armor as functional defense and visual splendor.

Condition
The piece survives with a natural aged patina and expected surface abrasions consistent with centuries of age. Despite minor wear, it remains structurally intact, preserving both its defensive qualities and its ornamental detailing. These signs of authenticity add to its historical and collector’s value.

Dimensions (approximate)
Length: 11 in

Age
Over 450 years old

Learn More

Read from Our Blog: The Craftsmanship & Legacy of Medieval Armour

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Northern or Western Europe
Material: Forged steel with decorative detailing
Period: 16th Century CE

Description
This finely crafted upper arm defense, or “upper cannon,” exemplifies the ingenuity of Renaissance armor-making. Forged in steel during the 16th century, it reflects the period’s perfect balance of martial functionality and ornate design. Armorers of this era produced pieces not only to withstand the brutality of battle but also to symbolize the wealth and prestige of their noble owners. This element features articulated shaping to protect the upper arm while allowing flexibility, a practical hooked attachment for integrating with other armor components, and reinforced ridges to deflect enemy blows. Decorative twisted patterns enhance both its structural strength and aesthetic refinement, marking it as the property of an elite knight or noble warrior.

Features

- Forged steel construction with beveled ridges for deflection

- Rotating articulation for full arm mobility

- Hooked feature for attachment to additional defenses

- Twisted decorative patterns, blending strength with artistry

- Compact yet durable design suited to both battle and ceremony

Cultural Significance
Armor of this caliber was more than battlefield equipment—it was a status symbol. Owned by high-ranking knights or noblemen, it embodied martial prowess and social prestige. Its versatile design meant it could be worn both in combat and in ceremonial processions, underscoring the dual role of Renaissance armor as functional defense and visual splendor.

Condition
The piece survives with a natural aged patina and expected surface abrasions consistent with centuries of age. Despite minor wear, it remains structurally intact, preserving both its defensive qualities and its ornamental detailing. These signs of authenticity add to its historical and collector’s value.

Dimensions (approximate)
Length: 11 in

Age
Over 450 years old

Learn More

Read from Our Blog: The Craftsmanship & Legacy of Medieval Armour

Discover More About The Fashion in European Armor, 1500–1600 from The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Explore Our Collection of Medieval Armour

 

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