Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet by Master craftsmen of the Mughal Court, made of steel with gold inlays. The helmet features a dome-shaped top with a rounded knob, two long, thin protrusions on either side, and a decorative gold band encircling the base of the dome. The band showcases intricate gold filigree designs. A gold plume holder is attached to the front of the helmet, featuring a long, thin stem with a diamond-shaped base. The helmet's face area is covered with a gold chainmail curtain, with a rectangular opening for visibility. The chainmail curtain hangs down on either side, with the left side slightly longer than the right. The helmet is mounted on a black pole. The background is a plain gray color.