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Barbute (from the Venetian Garrison at Chalcis)
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This is a rare example of a type of helmet used from about 1350 to 1480. Its conical shape deflected glancing blows to the head. Italian chronicles refer to professional men-at-arms as <em>barbuti</em>. The word derives from the Italian <em>barba</em>, or beard, a reference to the hood of mail often attached to these early helmets. The row of small holes along the face opening and neck were for the attachment of the hood and lining.
| Artist / Maker | North Italy, 14th-15th century |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1350–1420 |
| Culture / Origin | North Italy, 14th-15th century |
| Medium | iron |
| Dimensions | Overall: 29 x 21 x 25 cm (11 7/16 x 8 1/4 x 9 13/16 in.); Sleeves: 43.2 cm (17 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Arms and Armor |
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