Burgonet Bowl
Culture
Southern German
Dateabout 1540
Mediumsteel and leather
Dimensions27.9 × 18.7 cm (11 × 7 3/8 in.), 2 lb 14 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1051
DescriptionSkull of 1 piece with integral neck flange; writhen knop at the top is probably welded on. Peak pivots at the temples. Cheekpieces are lost.ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins on September 28, 1929 from estate of Bashford Dean (Riverdale, NY). Given to the Museum on July 1, 1954 Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
On View
Not on view
Southern German
about 1550
