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Helmet Crest for the Burgonet of Sforza Pallavicino (1519–1585)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet crest featuring a mythical creature; the body of a bird with a long curved tail; two long necks, each with a dragon-like head; made of metal, possibly steel, with a dark patina; gold accents; curved beak on the bottom neck; bodies decorated with etched designs.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1560
Medium:
Iron, gold
Culture:
Italian, Milan
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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