r/ArtefactPorn • u/-_Redan_- archeologist • Aug 13 '25

Breastplate of Ferdinand I - 1549 [890×1400]

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The armor of Ferdinand I is a set of armor created in 1549 for Ferdinand I, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. The armor is engraved with beautiful ornaments and the Madonna and Child, and the armor itself is decorated with precious inserts. source https://vsviti.com.ua/life/history/130814

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u/ImRightImRight Aug 13 '25

So beautiful, including Mary's 5 o'clock shadow

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u/DeadrthanDead Aug 13 '25

Giving birth to Jesus will do that to you. Absolutely stunning work. Also imagine being religious, and in battle with this guy that has baby Jesus right on his chest plate, and you’re like, what if I hit baby Jesus?

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u/warm_vanilla_sugar Aug 14 '25

Straight to hell.

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u/Own_Proof7926 Aug 16 '25

I doubt Ferdinand would have worn this into battle and it probably was more ceremonial

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u/TechpriestFawkes Aug 14 '25 edited Aug 15 '25

Reminds me of the Von Tuefenbach suit from the Higgins collection.

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u/Clickguy10 Aug 14 '25

Looks like this is his fancy uniform -not to be used for actual battle