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Sallet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a Sallet by artist unknown. The helmet is made of metal and has a dark brown and grey color with a weathered appearance. The helmet has a distinctive curved shape, with a pointed front and a rounded back. The helmet is positioned on a white stand, with the front of the helmet facing to the left. There are several small holes on the surface of the helmet, likely for ventilation or attachment of other equipment. The background of the image is a plain grey color.

Artwork details

Date:
late 15th century
Medium:
Steel, pigment
Culture:
Spanish or Italian
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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