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Pointed Morion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a helmet titled "Pointed Morion" by an unknown artist. The helmet is made of metal and has an elongated shape with a pointed top. It features a wide brim that curves upwards at the back and has two pointed projections on either side. The helmet is decorated with intricate designs and patterns, including gold accents and etchings of various figures and shapes. There are three long, narrow strips running down the center of the helmet, each with a different design. The background of the image is a plain beige color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1590
Medium:
Steel, gold, brass, leather
Culture:
Italian, Milan
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
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