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Helmet (Hachi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet with a rounded top, featuring a decorative metal piece extending upwards from the top. The helmet has a braided metal band around the middle, with a spiked edge along the back. A metal plate covers the chin and has a diamond-shaped design. The helmet appears to be made of metal and shows signs of wear. Title: Helmet (Hachi), Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Iron, gold
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 520 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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