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Cabasset

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Cabasset by an unknown artist is a metal helmet with a conical top. The helmet appears to be made of dark metal, possibly steel or iron, and features a wide brim. It is decorated with gold accents and intricate designs, including raised figures and patterns. The helmet is mounted on a thin metal pole or stand, and the background is a gradient of gray. The helmet's surface shows signs of wear and tear, with some areas of gold worn off, revealing the darker metal underneath. The design on the helmet includes a central figure and other figures and foliage.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1570
Medium
Steel, gold, brass, leather, velvet
Culture
Italian, Milan
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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