Armet 1415 - 1465

This Armet was made by Lionardo in the mid-15th century, a time when armor was both a functional necessity and a display of wealth and status. The helmet is crafted from iron, shaped through hammering, forging, and likely finished with meticulous polishing. The material’s inherent qualities – its strength and malleability – dictated the form, a rounded shape deflecting blows. Look closely, and you can see evidence of the hammer strikes, a testament to the labor involved. The process of creating such a helmet was not just metalwork; it was a highly skilled tradition, passed down through generations. The creation of such armor was a significant enterprise, involving the mining of ore, smelting, and the skilled labor of the armorer. It reflects the economic and social structures of the time, where craftsmanship was highly valued. This Armet, therefore, embodies the intersection of art, utility, and social context.