Arms & Armor – at The Met and The MAAC

The Met has hundreds of “arms and armor” on permanent display in The John Pierpont Morgan Wing.

 

“These date from about the 5th to the late 19th century and offer a broad range of the best examples from Europe, America, Japan, India, and various Islamic cultures. In addition, the Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gallery has periodically changing displays that focus on varied aspects of the collection. … Arms and armor have been a vital part of virtually all cultures for thousands of years, pivotal not only in conquest and defense, but also in court pageantry and ceremonial events. Throughout time the best armor and weapons have represented the highest artistic and technical capabilities of the society and period in which they were made, forming a unique aspect of both art history and material culture.”

Head there to see their incredible collection.

Want to own items like these?

Take a look at the selection of “Arms & Armor” available at our galleries!

Suit of Samurai Armor

(Read more about Samurai Armor in our post “The Way of the Warrior: The Art of Samurai Armor“)

Pair of Turkish Pistols

17th Century Persian Helmet

Fumban Shield

Samurai Helmet and Mask

Persian Steel Helmet

Visit these galleries,  here at The Manhattan Art & Antiques Center at 1050 2nd Avenue (at 56th Street), open 7 days a week (Monday to Saturday from 10:30AM to 6PM, Sunday noon – 6PM.

(See more of our Arms & Armor)