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Tilting sockets

Scope note

Armor pieces used in jousts in the 15th and 16th centuries, consisting of large metal plates, either shield-shaped or thigh-shaped, hung one on either side of the saddle or strapped to each of the combatant's thighs, to protect the thighs and knees.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300036767

Broader Terms used

cuisses

Equivalent Terms used

tilting socket

Created

13yrs ago

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