Helmet

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Reverend John Davenport (English, 1597 - 1670)

Date1620-1650

MediumIron, leather, and steel

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Elmer Davenport Keith

Object number1958.16.1

DescriptionHelmet made of iron, leather, and steel. Basic bowl shape with attached brim and lobster-tail back piece. The lobster-tail is made of four horizontal pieces that are articulates to allow movement. The helmet has what appears to be an adjustable nose guard. Pieces are attached with rivets.

Status

On view