Turkish · 16th century
Arms & ArmorHelmets16th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Helmet |
| Medium | Iron |
| Dimensions | H. including nasal 13 5/8 in. (34.6 cm); H. excluding nasal 9 5/8 in. (24.4 cm); W. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm); D. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 13.6 oz. (1292.7 g) |
| Classification | Helmets |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 16th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Turkish |
| Date Range | 1501 – 1600 |
Provenance
| City | Istanbul |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 32064