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Armet

Kolman Helmschmid

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Armet by Kolman Helmschmid is a steel helmet with a rounded top and a pointed visor. The helmet has a decorative edge around the top and a strap with a rivet on the right side. The surface is adorned with etched designs, including flowers and leaves, as well as a pattern of small circles. The background of the image is white, and the helmet appears to be mounted on a pole or stand. The overall shape of the helmet is smooth and curved, with a slight indentation on the top. The visor is pointed and extends downwards, and there are several small holes on the surface of the helmet. The etched designs are intricate and cover much of the helmet's surface. The metal appears to have a weathered appearance, with visible signs of aging and wear.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1525
Medium:
Steel, gold
Culture:
German, Augsburg
Dimensions:
515 × 625 px
Museum record:
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