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Kobako

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gold-colored helmet titled "Kobako" by an unknown artist. The helmet has a rounded top with a series of black lines radiating from the center, and small black dots along these lines. There are three gold-colored protrusions on the front of the helmet, one in the center and one on each side. The protrusions on the sides are shaped like leaves or wings. The helmet has a gold-colored brim with a decorative edge. The background of the image is white. The helmet is sitting on a white surface.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Lacquer with gold and silver
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 482 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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