Etruscan Helmet
Etruscan Helmet
3D
Published 2017-11-30T15:16:48+00:00
Earlier Etruscan shields are flat and later examples have a slightly convex curve across the body of the shield. The later styles bear a close resemblance to contemporary Greek models. There are several helmet designs found at Etruscan sites, the most distinctively Etruscan being the so-called “crested helm” variety. The crest is fashioned by joining two embossed plates (or laminae) into a high peak pointed crest. The high crest is frequently embossed with decoration. In addition to the Crested Helm, a number of other varieties of helms have been found in Etruscan tombs. Often the design is a semi-spherical cap, with no decoration or with appliques. Another variation to the common semispherical cap is cheek guards attached by hinges.
| Date published | 30/11/2017 |
| Title | Etruscan Helmet |
| Accession | 25515 |
| Place | British Museum |
