Flag of NepalArms & ArmorHelmets19th century

Artwork Details

TitleVajracarya priest's crown
MediumCopper, gold, turquoise, semi-precious stones, silver foil
DimensionsH. 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm); W. 8 9/16 in. (21.7 cm); D. 9 1/16 in. (23 cm); Wt. 5 lb. 0.7 oz. (2287.8 g)
ClassificationHelmets
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date19th century
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1948
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureNepalese
Date Range1801 – 1900