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Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a silver helmet with a gold finial on top and gold accents along the bottom edge, titled "Helmet" by an unknown artist. The helmet is made of silver metal, with a domed shape and a short finial on top that resembles a flower or a flame. The finial consists of a small sphere with a decorative element on top. The bottom edge of the helmet has a band of gold with an intricate design. The helmet appears to be old and worn, with a weathered and tarnished appearance. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The helmet is attached to a long, thin metal pole that extends from the base of the helmet down out of view.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, silver, brass, gold
Culture
Bhutanese
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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