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Sallet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver helmet with a rounded top and horizontal slits for vision. The helmet has a piece covering the back of the head and neck. It appears weathered with spots of darker silver throughout. A metal pole protrudes from the bottom. The title is "Sallet" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1500–1510
Medium
Steel, copper alloy
Culture
German
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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