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Visored Bascinet in the 14th century style

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Visored Bascinet in the 14th century style by Silver-colored metal helmet with a pointed top and nose guard, featuring a horizontal slit across the eyes and small round ventilation holes below. The helmet has a series of small rivets around the bottom edge and a chainmail-like section at the back of the neck. Two small metal pieces are attached on either side, near the top. The helmet is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
French
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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