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Turban Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Turban Helmet by Master of Candia features a silver-gray metal helmet. The helmet's shape resembles a dome with a narrow, tapered point at the top. Vertical ridges cover the dome-shaped portion. A band of intricate silver filigree is located around the bottom. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
Steel, silver, copper alloy
Culture
Turkish or Iranian, in the style of Turkman armor
Dimensions
538 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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