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Sallet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a medieval-style helmet titled "Sallet" by an unnamed artist. The helmet is made of silver-colored metal with a weathered appearance and small black spots scattered across its surface. It has a rounded top and a flat faceplate with a horizontal slit for the eyes. The faceplate features a geometric pattern of lines and dots, with small gold rivets around the edges. The helmet has a small protrusion on the left side, which appears to be a hinge or a decorative element. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The helmet appears to be mounted on a thin metal pole or stand.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1500–1510
Medium:
Steel, copper alloy, leather
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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