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Helmet of Mail and Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet of Mail and Plate by an unknown artist. The helmet is made of metal and is dome-shaped with a small ball on top. The dome shape is made up of horizontal rows of metal plates that resemble fish scales. Vertical strips of chainmail hang down from the plates. The bottom edge of the helmet has more chainmail that hangs down in a U-shape, with additional strips of chainmail hanging down on either side. The helmet sits on a black pole. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 17th–18th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Indian
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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