Sallet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts the medieval helmet known as a "Sallet" by an unknown artist. The helmet is made of silver-colored metal with visible signs of wear and tear, such as dark spots and scratches. The helmet's surface is pockmarked with small holes and rivets. A row of seven rivets are visible across the middle, and the rest are scattered randomly across the surface. A protruding curved lip extends along the bottom edge. A curved extension on the right side of the helmet appears to protect the neck. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The helmet appears to be mounted on a thin, straight pole or rod.