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possibly Turkish, Istanbul, in the style of Turkman armor
This is one of the few conical helmets of the period to retain its original brim, nasal, cheeks, and nape defense. The brass trim, engraved with a zigzag motif, is typical of Mamluk and Ottoman helmets about 1500
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Title: Helmet
Date: ca. 1500–1525
Culture: possibly Turkish, Istanbul, in the style of Turkman armor
Medium: Steel, iron, gold, copper alloy
Dimensions: H. including cheek defense 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm); H. including nasal 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm); H. excluding cheek defense and nasal 10 in. (25.4 cm); W. 8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm); D. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 15.4 oz. (1797.4 g)
Classification: Helmets
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Accession Number: 36.25.126
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