Burgonet

Black and gold helmet with a visor, pointed at the nose and extending outward on either side. The piece covering the top back and sides of the head curves down very low on the back. A nosepiece and fastening straps are on the front. A short chinstrap is on the left side. The helmet is decorated with gold filigree and etched designs against a black background on the outside. The helmet sits on a white stand. The background is grey. The helmet is titled "Burgonet" and by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:: 16th century
Medium:: Steel, gold, pigment, leather
Culture:: German, Saxon
Dimensions:: 500 × 625 px
Museum record:: View original

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Burgonet

Artwork details

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