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Helmet (Kabuto)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet, Kabuto, by unknown artist. A metal samurai helmet with a round top and a face guard that covers the forehead and nose. Two side plates cover the ears. The entire helmet is covered in a scale-like pattern. The top has a decorative ring around a hole and a tuft of hair protrudes from the back.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Iron, brass, lacquer, silk, textile, gold
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
600 × 443 px
Museum record:
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