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Lobster-Tail Burgonet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Steel helmet with a rounded top and a short, curved fin on top. Two large cheek plates are attached to the sides. Interior lining is brown leather or fabric with golden edges. Exterior is dark gray steel with rivets. There are ventilation holes along the cheek plates. A stand supports the helmet from the inside. The helmet is called the Lobster-Tail Burgonet by artist.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Steel, leather
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
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