Arms & ArmorHelmetsca. 1800Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield is a helmets of Persian origin created in ca. 1800 using steel, pigment, lacquer, textile measuring Helmet (a); H. including mail 21 3/4 in. (55.2 cm); H… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, pigment, lacquer, textile |
| Dimensions | Helmet (a); H. including mail 21 3/4 in. (55.2 cm); H. excluding mail and nasal 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm); W. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm); D. 7 5/8 in. (19.4 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 2.5 oz. (978.1 g) |
| Classification | Helmets |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | ca. 1800 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Persian culture. The estimated date range is 1800.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield?
Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield created?
Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield dates to ca. 1800.
What material is Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield made from?
Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield is crafted from steel, pigment, lacquer, textile.
Is Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield in the public domain?
Helmet, Arm Guard, and Shield is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026