Helmet and Shield
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Helmet and Shield

TitleHelmet and Shield
Date19th century 19th century
MediumSteel, gold, textile, silver, copper alloy
ClassificationArmor Parts
OriginPersian Persian
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Helmet and Shield” is a work of unattributed authorship, dated 19th century. It is executed in steel, gold, textile, silver, copper alloy and classified as armor parts. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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