Burgonet with Hinged Cheek Pieces

Cleveland Museum of Art

Burgonet with Hinged Cheek Pieces

Date
c. 1560–70
Medium
steel with brass rivets, roped edges terminating in decorative spiral; fragments of leather liner
Culture
North Italy, 16th century
Department
Medieval Art
Institution
Cleveland Museum of Art
Object ID
95315

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This helmet once had a leather liner to protect a soldier's head from the hard steel. Armorers continuously innovated their designs, keeping in mind both protection and comfort.

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Credit line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance
Provenance
Frank Gair Macomber; Boston; cat.# 570

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  • Representative object from the topic European Renaissance Armor Components
    European Renaissance Armor Components

    These objects are all pieces of defensive armor and military equipment from 15th-17th century Europe, primarily from major armoring centers like Italy, Germany, and France.

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