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Pointed Morion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pointed Morion by an unknown artist. An old silver-coloured helmet with a pointed top. The helmet's main body is teardrop-shaped and the brim extends out on either side. The brim angles slightly upwards and there are seven rivets along the edge. The entire helmet is covered in an engraved interlacing pattern. The background is a plain beige colour.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1590
Medium:
Steel, brass
Culture:
Italian, Brescia
Dimensions:
599 × 576 px
Museum record:
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