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Pikeman's Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark grey helmet with a rounded top and ridged sections running down the crown. A band around the middle featuring gold floral designs and gold and bronze rivets and starburst-shaped metal pieces. Broad brim with wavy edge, secured with rivets. Some gold wear and tear visible.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1610–20, later modified in Japan
Medium:
Steel, lacquer, gold, brass
Culture:
Dutch or Flemish, later modified in Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 428 px
Museum record:
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