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Turban Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and gold turban helmet with etched designs and a pointed top. The helmet has a black base color with gold accents and etchings throughout. It has a ribbed, domed shape with a narrow, pointed top. There are gold diamond-shaped accents on the sides. The bottom edge has a decorative border with etched designs. The background of the image is gray. The artist is unknown, but the title is "Turban Helmet".

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th–16th century
Medium
Steel, iron, silver, gold
Culture
Turkish, possibly Istanbul, in the style of Turkman armor
Dimensions
599 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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