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Helmet

possibly 16th–17th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Helmet
  • Date: possibly 16th–17th century
  • Culture: Western Tibetan or Central Asian, possibly Oriat or Kalmyk Mongol
  • Medium: Iron, copper alloy, textile
  • Dimensions: H. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm); W. 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm); D. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 8.4 oz. (1598.9 g)
  • Classification: Helmets
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2001
  • Object Number: 2001.91
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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