Armet for Tournament Combat on Foot
Culture
German
Dateabout 1540
Mediumsteel
Dimensions27.9 × 22.9 × 36.2 cm (11 × 9 × 14 1/4 in.), 7 lb 6 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1079
Label TextThe armet first emerged in the early 1400s, serving well into the 1500s. It was the first helmet that conformed to the shape of the head, fully enclosing it, thanks to hinged cheekpieces that fastened under the chin. The visor assembly pivots at the ears.ProvenancePrince Schonberg Von Lippe; Cyril Andrade (London).
Purchased by John W. Higgins from Andrade on 19 January 1927. Given to the Museum on 15 December 1931.
Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.On View
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