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Visor for a Bascinet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Visor for a Bascinet by Master of the Bascinet is a grey metal piece, appearing worn. The visor has a pointed bottom and a flat top. It covers the face, with a horizontal opening for the eyes. The surface is pockmarked. A seam runs vertically down the center. The top portion bends backwards.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1400
Medium
Steel
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
599 × 428 px
Public Domain
Yes
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