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Close-Helmet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Close-Helmet by English. Steel close helmet with a visor, pointed top, and turned-under brim. The helmet is composed of several pieces riveted together. A horizontal band encircles the brow, and a short neck guard is attached below. Two horizontal slits serve as eye openings, and a nasal guard is present. The surface appears smooth with visible rivets. The helmet sits on a short white stand against a gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1550–60
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
European
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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