Sallet

Unknown Artist

late 15th century

Sallet by Unknown Artist

Medium

Steel, copper alloy, leather

Dimensions

H. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm); W. 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm); D. 15 in. (38.1 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 11 oz. (2126 g)

Classification

Helmets

Culture

German

Department

Arms and Armor

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913

Accession Number

25.135.62

Art Historical Context

Step into the late th-century world of German with this striking *S*, a helmet exemplifying pinnacle of medieval armor craftsmanship Originating from Germany during time of intense European conflicts the wars against Burgundy and Ottoman advances—this open-faced helmet was designed for agile combatants, offering vital protection to the head and neck while allowing clear vision and breathability. Its distinctive shape, with a rounded skull, flared visor peak, and extended tail, marked an evolution from earlier bascinets, bridging the gap to fully enclosed Renaissance helmets. Crafted from robu...

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