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Morion for the Bodyguard of the Prince-Elector of Saxony

Martin Schneider the Younger

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black helmet with gold etchings, pointed top, and brim curved forward. The helmet is decorated with gold etchings that form interconnected curving lines and feature a medallion on the side. The interior of the helmet is visible and shows a red number. The helmet appears to be on a stand.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1570
Medium
Steel, gold, brass, leather
Culture
German, Nuremberg
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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