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Collar Plate for a Helmet of Henry III of France (1551–1589)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal collar plate, curved and U-shaped, with engraved designs and a rope-like border; six rivets; human face in center; floral patterns; on white background. Collar Plate for a Helmet of Henry III of France. Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1570
Medium:
Steel, copper alloy
Culture:
French, probably Paris
Dimensions:
600 × 429 px
Museum record:
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