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Morion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray helmet with a white design on the front, featuring a curved shape and pointed top. Two large metal plates on top. A darker gray interior with a gold band. Gold bolts securing the plates. Displayed on a metal pole. "Morion". Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
late 16th century
Medium:
Steel, leather, brass
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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