Cavalry Spider Helmet
1600s
Maker Unknown
Medieval Art
Cavalry Spider Helmet, 1600s. France, 17th century. Iron with black paint; overall: 30.2 x 21.3 x 17.7 cm (11 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 6 15/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1921.1258 This helmet was made specifically for use in the field by the light cavalry who wore only a half suit of armor, sturdy riding boots, and an open helmet.
- Maker/Artist
- Maker Unknown
- Classification
- Arms and Armor
- Formatted Medium
- iron with black paint
- Dimensions
- Overall: 30.2 x 21.3 x 17.7 cm (11 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 6 15/16 in.)
- Departments
- Medieval Art
- Accession Number
- 1921.1258
- Credit Line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance
- Exhibitions
- Armor Court Reinstallation
- Rights Statement
- CC0
- Museum Location
- 210A Armor Court
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