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Comb Morion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver helmet, titled "Comb Morion", by an unknown artist. The helmet has a wide brim that curves upwards at the sides and back. The outer rim of the brim is scalloped. The helmet's surface features intricate engravings including a central circular motif with floral patterns, surrounded by geometric shapes with floral engravings. The edge of the brim has a braided pattern and small decorative flowers are positioned along the bottom of the bowl. The background of the image is beige.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1600
Medium:
Steel, lead, textile
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
599 × 572 px
Museum record:
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