Turban Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal helmet with a pointed top and a visor, made of dark gray metal, possibly steel or iron. The helmet has a teardrop shape with a narrow top that tapers to a small knob. The surface features intricate etchings and engravings in a lighter metal, possibly silver or gold. The etchings include Arabic calligraphy and geometric patterns. A vertical strip of metal runs down the center, possibly a hinge or a reinforcement. The bottom edge has a curved cutout for the face. The background is a solid gray color. The title of the piece is "Turban Helmet".