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Armet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver helmet with a rounded top and a horizontal slit across the eyes. A small, T-shaped piece of metal covers the mouth and has several small holes for breathing. A curved piece of metal covers the chin. The helmet appears to be made of metal and has a weathered appearance with scratches and marks on its surface. The background is gray. The title of the piece is "Armet" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1480
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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