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Burgonet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal helmet with a curved top and pointed nose guard. The helmet has a decorative etched border around the edge of the curved top. The curved top has a smooth, shiny surface with some small dents and scratches. There are several small holes on the front of the curved top and nose guard. The nose guard is long and pointed, extending out from the front of the helmet. The bottom of the helmet is open, with a short, cylindrical piece of metal attached, partially covered by a brown leather strap. The background is a plain gray color. The helmet is labeled as a Burgonet by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1560
Medium
Steel, leather, textile
Culture
South German
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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