GLADIATOR (2000) - General Maximus' (Russell Crowe) Breastplate Armour
General Maximus' (Russell Crowe) breast plate armour from Ridley Scott’s Oscar-winning action epic Gladiator. Maximus wore his breastplate during the film's opening as he lead the Roman army against the Germanic tribes at Vindobona, and removed it after he was wounded during his attempted execution. This armour screen-matches numerous shots in the opening battle after Maximus fell from his horse. Constructed of foam urethane, the armour is made in two parts, a front and back plate, attached at the shoulders via elastic bands, and at the waist via buckled leather straps. The elegant chest plate features cast embellishments including a wolf's head, dual Gryphons and swirling patterns. Buttons are attached at the shoulders, while leather cords attach at the breast, where additional armour components would be anchored. The back of the armour shows dried mud and a clean strip where a ribbon was previously attached. This piece has undergone sympathetic restoration to the paint finish, which flaked easily during production as can be seen in the film. The armour remains in very good condition. It is accompanied by a 12" x 8" lobby card used in the promotion of the movie. VAT Status - OMEGA TRIANGLE