European Decorative Arts and Sculpture Armet Made in Italy, Europec. 1490 Artist/maker unknown, Italian Steel; post and roundel at the rear are modern replacements * Gallery 245, Arms and Armor, second floor (Kretzschmar von Kienbusch Galleries) 1977-167-61 Bequest of Carl Otto Kretzschmar von Kienbusch, 1977 |
LabelThis is a late and splendid example of the preferred type of knightly helmet worn in Italy in the fifteenth century. The cheek pieces are connected to the bowl by hinges at the top, and secured at the front with a peg that fits into a hole. A large reinforcing brow plate is permanently riveted to the bowl. An armet was normally worn in combat along with a protective wrapper (chin and throat defense) secured by strap and buckle worn over the wearer's nape. The buffe fitted tightly against the visor and chin and extended over the throat and onto the breastplate, leaving no dangerous gap.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
