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Cabasset

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Cabasset by an unknown artist shows a bronze-colored helmet with a rounded top and a narrow brim. The helmet is decorated with gold-colored etchings and patterns throughout its surface. The etchings appear to depict various scenes and figures. The bottom edge of the helmet features a decorative gold-colored trim with small holes spaced evenly apart. The helmet sits atop a white stand with a reflective surface at the base. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1585
Medium:
Steel, gold, brass
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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