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Closed Burgonet of "Savoyard" Type, Possibly Made for Théodore Agrippa d'Aubigné (1552–1630)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The helmet is made of metal. It appears to be silver-gray with gold etchings depicting various designs, including leaves and flowers. It has a distinctive shape, with a pointed top and a curved visor that covers the face. Two large oval eye holes are visible, and a small nose guard extends downward. A neck guard is attached underneath. The helmet sits on a short, white stand. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1600–1620
Medium:
Steel, leather, gold
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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