Artwork preview

Burgonet of the Guard of Pope Julius III

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Burgonet of the Guard of Pope Julius III. The helmet is dark-colored with gold-colored designs. It has a distinctive curved shape, with a projection on top. The helmet is decorated with gold-colored etchings. There are several circular designs with etchings in them on the surface. There are also plants and leaves etched into the surface. A figure wearing a helmet and armor is etched in one of the circular designs. Other etchings include a lion-like creature. The etchings give a sense of movement. There appears to be a projection on either side near the opening for the face.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1550–55
Medium
Steel, gold, brass
Culture
Italian, Brescia
Dimensions
599 × 573 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original
Palette