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Close-Helmet for the Tournament on Foot

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Close-Helmet for the Tournament on Foot by Hans Stossel. The helmet is made of silver-colored metal. The helmet has a rounded top and a short, pointed visor. There are two horizontal slits on either side of the visor. The visor has ventilation holes. The helmet has a small knob on the forehead area. The helmet has rivets around the edges. The helmet appears scratched and worn. The helmet sits on a white stand. The background is a light beige color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1640–50
Medium
Steel, leather, textile
Culture
Possibly German, Dresden; or Swedish, Stockholm
Dimensions
599 × 530 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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