Identity in Steel: Regional Styles of Armor in 15th Century Western Europe

It seems obvious that different cultures would have different styles of clothing—but what about different styles of armor? Let’s take a magnifying glass to 15th century Western European armor to tease out the subtle differences in national styles. How might the design of these pieces reflect the histories and tastes of their owners? By extension, how do everyday objects reflect the identities of the people who use them? MY ARMOR FASHION BRAND https://loricaclothing.com/ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL https://ko-fi.com/loricaclothing VIDEO CONTENTS 00:00 - Intro 02:41 - Western Europe in 1480 03:27 - The Italian vs. German Dichotomy 04:23 - An Aesthetic Framework 04:32 - Volume 06:21 - Surface 06:50 - Sensory Experience 08:09 - Pop Quiz! 10:27 - Alla Tedesca 11:18 - England 13:55 - France 15:58 - Spain 17:35 - Portugal 17:55 - Flanders 18:19 - Conclusion #arthistory #armor #worldbuilding