Helmet

Unknown

17th century · Steel, iron, copper alloy · Arms and Armor

The helmet is shaped in the form of a cloth turban. A steel plaque riveted at the top is inscribed in Arabic: "There is no hero like Ali and no sword like dhu'l-faqar." This refers to the son-in-law and cousin of the Prophet Muhammad and to the Prophet's sword, which he gave to Ali.

Artist

Unknown

Date

17th century

Medium

Steel, iron, copper alloy

Culture

Indian, Deccan, probably Bijapur (Vijayapur)

Department

Arms and Armor

Credit line

Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935