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Visored Bascinet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Visored Bascinet by Master Etienne. Metal helmet with a weathered, grayish color. The helmet has a pointed top and a visor with a horizontal slit for vision. A hinge is on the left side, and a small rectangular opening is at the bottom. The surface shows signs of aging and wear. The helmet is mounted on a pole. No other objects are present. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1425–50
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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