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Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Steel helmet with conical top, pointed at the tip. A movable piece of steel protects the face. Two metal fasteners on either side. A metal band surrounds the bottom. The helmet sits on a clear stand. Title: Helmet. Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–17th century
Medium:
Steel, copper, brass
Culture:
Turkish
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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