While the origin of combat armor dates back to the Egyptian period, developing with the Greeks and Romans, the most well-known medieval armor, made of steel or iron plates, joined together with hooks, nuts, latches, and rivets, fastened to the warrior by means of straps and buckles, began to be used in Europe, both by infantry and cavalry, in the 14th century and reached its full perfection at the end of the 15th century, transforming in the mid-16th century into a ceremonial garment for the warrior, adorned and embellished with the finest sculptural art and metalworking industries. It declined significantly in the 17th century as firearms improved, and since the 18th century, it has only been used as an incomparable ornament in castles, palaces, museums, and any place that wants to incorporate a beautiful historical memento into its rooms.
One of the world's richest and most extensive collections of armor is preserved in the Royal Armory of Madrid, and it contains pieces mainly from the 16th century, the time of Charles V, from which Marto draws its inspiration, reproducing them in different sizes or scales. The materials used are very similar to the originals, handcrafted iron and steel, brocades imitating fabrics of the era, and wooden bases, giving the metal an "antique patina" finish that protects it from external oxidation.
Excellent Armor from the exclusive "Collection of Historical Armors" by MARTO.
Certificate of Quality and Origin. Made in Toledo.