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Morion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Morion by an unknown artist. The image shows a black and gold helmet. The helmet is angled to the right. The helmet has a curved top, a pointed peak at the back, and a wide brim that curves upwards at the back. The helmet is primarily black with gold accents. The gold accents are in the form of interlocking loops and circles. There are also gold floral designs around the edge of the brim. The interior of the helmet is lined with a tan leather strap with black spots. The strap is attached to the helmet with gold hardware. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1600
Medium
Steel, gold, pigment, brass, textile
Culture
German, Nuremberg
Dimensions
461 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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