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Visored Bascinet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The "Visored Bascinet" by an unknown artist is a silver-colored helmet. The helmet has a pointed top and a visor with two horizontal slits for eyes. The mouth area is covered by a piece of metal with many small holes. There are several rivets along the sides and back of the helmet. The helmet appears to be made of metal and has a weathered appearance with dark spots and discoloration. The background is a plain gray color. The helmet is positioned on a stand, visible from the neck up.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1400
Medium:
Steel, brass, iron, copper alloy (latten), leather (modern)
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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