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Close Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Close Helmet by Hans Stoss. The image shows a metal helmet with a rounded top. The helmet is silver-colored and made of metal with a visor that covers the face, featuring horizontal slits for vision and ventilation holes. A neck guard is attached to the bottom. The helmet has a series of rivets and ridges for added protection and decoration. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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