Helmet of Eight Plates in the Korean Style

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet of Eight Plates in the Korean Style, made by an unknown artist, is a metallic helmet with a rounded shape. The helmet appears worn and aged with visible signs of discoloration and wear. It consists of eight individual plates that are riveted together. The plates have a darker gray tone on the edges and lighter gray towards the center. A band of rivets runs along the seams where the plates meet. A curved brim covers the forehead and eyes. The surface shows small rivets and a decorative band around the base. The background is a solid light grey color.