RecordHelmet< 1 of 1 > Back made in Persia
HelmetThis Persian spiked helmet (kulah) dates to the 17th or 18th century. The helmet has a spike, plume holders, an adjustable nose-guard and fine chain-mail protecting the neck. It is richly damascened in gold with an arabesque pattern. When in use the helmet was often wrapped with a coloured cloth and decorated with feathered plumes. The inscriptions identified the wearer as a defender of the Muslim faith and were also meant to protect in battle and ward off misfortune. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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