Turban Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Turban Helmet by artist unknown. The helmet is made of metal, likely steel or iron, and features a conical shape with a small knob at the top. The surface is adorned with horizontal ridges. The helmet's primary color is dark brown or black, with gold and silver accents. There are intricate designs, including etchings and engravings, throughout the helmet. A decorative plate is centered on the front, and two kidney-shaped designs are on either side. A nasal guard extends from the center of the decorative plate down to the bottom of the helmet. The background of the image is gray.