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Armet with Matching Wrapper

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a steel armet helmet with a matching wrapper by artist Armet. The helmet is made of dark brown metal, possibly steel, with a smooth surface and visible signs of wear. It has a rounded top and a pointed chin guard. The helmet has a visor that covers the face, with a small nose guard and two small holes on either side of the forehead. A white leather strap wraps around the bottom of the helmet, securing it in place. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The helmet sits atop a white pole. The overall design of the helmet suggests it is from the 16th century. The helmet is shown from the side, with the visor pointing to the right.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1475
Medium:
Steel, leather
Culture:
Italian, probably Milan
Dimensions:
516 × 624 px
Museum record:
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