Helm for Foot Combat
English armor of the early sixteenth century is extremely rare, and tournament armor even more so. This helm, also called a “great bascinet” in the sixteenth century, is one of only a few of its kind in existence today. It was made for use in a type of tournament that was fought between two fully armored men, on foot and equipped with pole axes, spears, swords, and daggers.
Artwork Details
- Title: Helm for Foot Combat
- Date: ca. 1500–1520
- Culture: possibly British
- Medium: Steel
- Dimensions: H. 16 3/4 in. (42.6 cm); W. 14 in. (35.6 cm); D. 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm); Wt. 11 lb. 12 oz. (5330 g)
- Classification: Helmets
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1904
- Object Number: 04.3.248
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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