Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Costume (hierarchy name)
5. costume (mode of fashion)
6. [costume by function]
7. protective wear
8. armor
9. [armor by form]
10. body armor
11. [body armor for lower extremities]
12. cuisses

Anotations

Scope note:

Armor pieces used in jousts in the 15th and 16th centuries, consisting of large metal plates, either shield-shaped or thigh-shaped, hung one on either side of the saddle or strapped to each of the combatant's thighs, to protect the thighs and knees.