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Composed Armor for a Youth or Small Boy

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The helmet is made of metal and has a rounded top. The front brim of the helmet extends outwards and downwards, with a slight curve. There are two horizontal lines on the top front portion of the helmet. A band of metal with rivets and flower-shaped decorations encircles the middle of the helmet. The bottom front portion is covered with a curved piece of metal with rivets and a flower-shaped decoration on the right side. The right side of the helmet has a hinge and a latch. The edges of the helmet have a rope-like design. The background is plain white. The helmet is by an unidentified artist titled "Composed Armor for a Youth or Small Boy".

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1590 and later
Medium
Steel, brass, leather
Culture
French or Italian
Dimensions
599 × 616 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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