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Reinforce for a Helmet (Gupfe)

ca. 1550
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Reinforce for a Helmet (Gupfe)
  • Date: ca. 1550
  • Culture: German
  • Medium: Steel, gold
  • Dimensions: H. from comb to ear region 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm); W. 9 in. (22.9 cm); Wt. 2 lbs. 6 oz. (1067 g)
  • Classification: Helmets
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.623
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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