Fencing Buckler
Unknown
possibly 19th century in 16th century Italian style
Medium
Wood, leather, paint, iron, and brass
Dimensions
Diam.: 49.9 cm (19 5/8 in.); Diam.: 49.9 cm (19 5/8 in.)
Classification
shield
Department
Applied Arts of Europe
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
116295
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...