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Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rusty metal helmet with a tall, thin protrusion on top. The helmet appears to be made of dark brown and gray metal with visible rust spots. It is shaped like a vase, with a narrow top and a wider bottom, with a short brim around the base. The metal is weathered and worn, with small dents and scratches visible on its surface. A short, thin rod extends vertically from the top of the helmet, tapering to a small, flared end. The background is a solid light grey color. Title: Helmet. Artist: unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
possibly 16th–17th century
Medium
Iron, copper alloy, textile
Culture
Western Tibetan or Central Asian, possibly Oriat or Kalmyk Mongol
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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