Bronze armorer working on a helmet

Unknown

late 8th–early 7th century BCE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

The craftsman sits on the ground in front of a Corinthian helmet that is probably supported by a stake. He holds the helmet with his left hand and probably grasped a mallet with his right.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 8th–early 7th century BCE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Greek

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Fletcher Fund, 1942