Burgonet

Unknown

1575–1600 · Steel, gold, pigment, brass, textile · Arms and Armor

Helmets of this type probably were worn by the mounted troops of the bodyguards of the prince-electors of Saxony. This helmet retains its original padded lining covered with yellow silk.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1575–1600

Medium

Steel, gold, pigment, brass, textile

Culture

German, Augsburg

Department

Arms and Armor

Credit line

Purchase, Clarence H. Mackay Gift, 1922