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Burgonet with Buffe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal helmet with a high, curved back and a pointed chin guard. The helmet is primarily gold and black with etched designs covering it. A leather strap is attached to the left side. The front of the helmet has a metal plate covering the mouth and nose area with horizontal slits for vision. The background is gray. The title of the work is "Burgonet with Buffe" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1555–60
Medium
Steel, gold, leather, textile
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
600 × 558 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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