Ming Dynasty armour and officials.The armour worn by the Emperor is most likely ceremonial. Fro

Ming Dynasty armour and officials.

The armour worn by the Emperor is most likely ceremonial. 

From 《王琼事迹图册》 (Wáng qióng shìjì túcè) and 《出警图》 (Chūjǐng tú; commonly known as “Departure Herald” in English)