Loading

This type of helmet is called a sallet. It dates from the time of the Wars of the Roses and was kept in St Mary’s Guildhall as part of the city armoury. It was made around 1460 by Martin Rondelle of Bruges, who made some of the best quality armour in Europe. Coventry's Carpenters Company accounts for 1458 list ‘Paid for Salet to ye Craft 3 shillings 3 pence’. Perhaps it could have been this sallet.

Details

  • Title: Helmet
  • Creator: Martin Rondelle
  • Date Created: 1460/1490
  • Physical Dimensions: 280mm x 200mm x 350mm
  • Type: Armour
  • Medium: Steel

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Flash this QR Code to get the app

Interested in Visual arts?

Get updates with your personalized Culture Weekly

You are all set!

Your first Culture Weekly will arrive this week.

Google apps