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Helmet Crest (Maidate)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet crest, Maidate; gold-colored metal; teardrop-shaped finial at top; curved prongs on either side; six rings, three on each side; rings interlock with central piece; central piece resembles a tree; tapered base.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Wood, horn, gesso, lacquer, gold
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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