gothic cuirass with backplate and tassets Naaigerei en scharen whilst laces on the side

whilst laces on the side allow the brigandine to be worn tighter or looser

The dress may likewise be worn beneath a dress of a different colour

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gothic cuirass with backplate and tassets Naaigerei en scharen whilst laces on the sideCuirasses of this type emerged during the late Gothic period (14401500). The Gothic style was characterised by sharp, highly decorated forms. The design of this type of cuirass followed Burgundian fashion, ending around the thighsjust like the fashionable doublet of the time. Cuirasses of this style were often worn together with chainmail voiders, an aventail (standard or bishop's mantle), and a chainmail skirt (gousset). The arms and legs were fully