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Foot-Combat Helm of Sir Giles Capel (1485–1556)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal helmet with a rounded top and a visor that covers the face. The helmet is made of silver-colored metal with a textured surface. Small rectangular holes cover the top portion for ventilation. The bottom portion is solid with a cutout for the mouth and two small circular holes on either side. The helmet is mounted on a white stand, visible at the bottom. The background behind the helmet is gray. The helmet represents the Foot-Combat Helm of Sir Giles Capel.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1510
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
possibly British
Dimensions:
496 × 625 px
Museum record:
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