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Siege Helmet in the form of a War Hat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The helmet is silver with a dome top and a wide brim that curves slightly upwards. The helmet has a narrow, vertical ridge running along the top center. There are five ventilation holes on the front of the helmet. The surface of the helmet is pitted and scratched, with visible signs of wear and tear. The helmet appears to be on a stand, with a thin, vertical rod visible below it. The background is a plain gray color. The helmet is titled "Siege Helmet in the form of a War Hat".

Artwork details

Date:
probably 17th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Western European
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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