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Electrotype Reproduction of a 16th Century Italian Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Electrotype reproduction of a 16th Century Italian Helmet. The helmet is made of metal and has a silver-gray color on the outside with a darker brown color on the inside. The helmet has a rounded top that slopes downward to a curved brim. The outer surface has intricate designs and patterns, including figures and foliage. A small figure sits on top of the helmet. The helmet is attached to a white pole that runs vertically through its center. The background of the image is a solid gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Probably copper alloy
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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