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Head of a Man Wearing a Cap or Helmet

possibly 2nd–3rd century
Not on view
The facial features are like those on numerous Celtic heads found in Yorkshire. Many, however, are actually products of later periods, continuing the simplicity of forms characteristic of Celtic sculpture. Stone heads like this one may have functioned as surrogates for actual human heads, thus retaining a certain aura of power. The military appearance of the headgear could indicate the man's status and significance.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Head of a Man Wearing a Cap or Helmet
  • Date: possibly 2nd–3rd century
  • Geography: Made in probably British Isles
  • Culture: Celtic
  • Medium: Fossiliferous limestone
  • Dimensions: H. 9 in. (24.1 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture-Stone
  • Credit Line: Gift of Torkom Demirjian, in honor of Mary and Michael Jaharis, 2000
  • Object Number: 2000.525.1
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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