Sallet 1455 - 1505

This 15th century helmet, known as a "Sallet," was crafted by the German armorer Adrian Treytz the Elder. This type of helmet was popular among knights and soldiers in the late medieval period. The Sallet was designed to offer protection for the head and face, and its distinctive shape, with a rounded crown and a brim that extends down the back of the neck, allowed for greater visibility and maneuverability. This particular Sallet, crafted around 1455-1505, exhibits the typical features of Treytz's work, including its meticulous craftsmanship and functional design. It is now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.