Morion of the State Guard of Elector Christian I of Saxony

c. 1580–91

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Title: Morion of the State Guard of Elector Christian I of Saxony
Date Created: c. 1580–91
Physical Dimensions: Overall: 33.3 x 27 x 23.5 cm (13 1/8 x 10 5/8 x 9 1/4 in.)
Provenance: Frank Gair Macomber, Boston; cat. #146
Type: Arms and Armor
Rights: CC0
External Link: https://clevelandart.org/art/1916.1516
Medium: russet steel, etched and gilded
Fun Fact: Christian I of Saxony outfitted his palace guards with black and yellow outfits topped off with a coordinated helmet like this one to highlight his grandeur and refinement. The Saxon coat of arms is also proudly displayed on the crest of this helmet.
Department: Medieval Art
Culture: Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance
Collection: MED - Arms & Armor
Accession Number: 1916.1516

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