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Burgonet with Falling Buffe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The helmet has a visor that covers the face. The helmet is gold and black with engravings on it. The engravings are floral. The helmet has a large, curved top and a long, pointed snout. A small lip runs along the edge. It is attached to a metal pole. The background is gray. The helmet is titled "Burgonet with Falling Buffe" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1550
Medium:
Steel, gold
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
600 × 561 px
Museum record:
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