Armet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Armet by an unknown artist shows a silver-colored medieval helmet with a distinctive design. The helmet is positioned on a stand, angled slightly to the right. The helmet's top is formed into three sections that rise to points. A horizontal slit spans the middle, serving as a visual opening. Below this slit, the lower portion features numerous vertical slits for ventilation and visibility. A curved piece of metal covers the chin and attaches to the main body via a central T-shaped piece and two screws on either side. The base of the helmet curves outward to cover the neck. The surface of the helmet shows signs of wear and aging, including small scratches and darker spots. The background is a plain gray color.