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Burgonet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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