{"title":"Barbutes","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"651\" data-start=\"215\"\u003eHistory of the barbute\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"651\" data-start=\"215\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"651\" data-start=\"215\"\u003eThe barbute is one of the most recognizable helmet types from the Italian arms industry of the fifteenth century. This characteristic visorless design is known for its deep facial opening, often in a T or Y shape, providing the wearer with both good visibility and strong protection. The helmet was carefully shaped from a single plate of metal, ensuring a strong construction without loose parts that could break or be lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1223\" data-start=\"653\"\u003eThe appearance of the barbute strongly resembles helmets from classical antiquity, especially the Greek Corinthian style. In a time when craftsmen had a strong interest in antique forms and proportions, the barbute perfectly fit into this renewed appreciation for classical aesthetics. The style where armor was based on classical antiquity is called \u003cem\u003eall'antica\u003c\/em\u003e. The result was a helmet with a classical look and a functional shape that protected the cheeks, forehead, and nose well. Some models even had an extra-long nasal or a subtle ridge running from the forehead to the neck to reinforce the overall structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1225\"\u003eWithin the Italian cities and mercenary companies, the barbute quickly secured a permanent place. Initially worn mainly by infantry, the helmet eventually found its way to knights and heavily armored fighters. Luxury variants were lined with velvet or featured decorative metal edges. Depending on the user, the barbute could be combined with a aventail or a simple gorget for additional protection of the neck and throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1983\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eAlthough the barbute remained primarily popular in Italy, it grew into an icon of the late medieval armor culture. At Celtic WebMerchant, we offer a wide range of barbute replicas s for reenactors, collectors, and museums.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"barbute-met-vizier","title":"Visored barbuta, 1-1.2 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis barbuta is based on historical originals worn by Italian mercenaries during the Renaissance and the light infantry because of the mix of good protection and excellent visibility. This type of barbute has a movable visor that you can fix with a pin and chain construction. The visor has two eye slits, and a ventilation hole in the shape of a Maltese cross. The barbute protects the entire head, with the exception of the throat. You can fasten the helmet under your chin with a chin strap. This helmet is 1 mm thick and suitable for LARP battles, costumes and Cosplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e","brand":"Epic Armoury","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":51030350692680,"sku":"20123250","price":161.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":51030350725448,"sku":"20123255","price":174.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/file_fec34c3d-068d-4606-8697-4f2244294ed4.jpg?v=1753500023"},{"product_id":"barbute-helm-fidelio","title":"Barbute helmet Fidelio, 1.3 mm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eThis barbute is based on an original from the Wallace Collection in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eThe barbute is a type of sallet designed so that the wearer does not need a chainmail camail or other neck protection. Barbutes began to be developed from the early 15th century, with this particular style emerging in the second half of the 15th century. It resembles a sallet less than its predecessors and was likely heavily inspired by Greek Corinthian helmets from classical antiquity. During the Italian Renaissance, there was renewed interest in this period, which in the early 16th century even led to the \u003cem\u003eall’antica\u003c\/em\u003e armor style, influencing the development of plate armor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eThis barbute features a T-shaped visor. The forward-projecting edges provide protection for the cheeks and face while leaving the field of vision unobstructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1113\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBarbutes were often made in Northern Italy, but they were worn throughout 15th-century Europe. Northern Italian armorers produced large quantities of barbutes during this century.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mytholon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51007486230856,"sku":"991922","price":109.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC05820.jpg?v=1765539141"},{"product_id":"barbute-metropolitan-museum","title":"Barbute 'Metropolitan Museum', 1-1.2 mm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eA barbuta (also called barbute, which literally means “bearded” in Italian, possibly because the wearer’s beard remained visible) is a visorless combat helmet from the 15th century, designed in Italy. The barbuta is a type of sallet developed so that the wearer does not need a chainmail camail or other neck protection. The helmet often features a distinctive T-shaped or Y-shaped opening for the eyes and mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"952\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis helmet is based on a 15th-century barbuta from Northern Italy. A similar barbuta is part of the Metropolitan Museum collection in New York. Decorative copper rivets adorn the upper edge, while steel rivets reinforce the borders. A subtle crest runs along the rounded skull, and the interior features an adjustable, padded lining made of cotton canvas. Leather straps ensure the helmet stays securely in place when fastened under the chin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windlass Steelcrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51141707530568,"sku":"300587","price":137.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC05076_d5bfa26f-2a81-44d1-b24b-3a10ab5499e6.jpg?v=1766987472"},{"product_id":"italiaanse-barbute-avant-circa-1440-ad-2-mm-staal","title":"Italian barbute Avant, c. 1440 AD, 2 mm (battle-ready)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly authentic replica of the helmet from the Avant armour that is displayed in the Kelvingrove Museum in Glasgow. It is dated around 1440 AD. This type of helmet was common in Northern Italy, but was also worn throughout Europe. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"docs-internal-guid-7661c35e-7fff-10b3-17f8-31ec1403a5e3\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe barbute is a type of sallet that was developed so that the wearer did not need to wear mail coif or other neck protection with the helmet. Barbutes were developed from the early 15th century onwards. This type of barbute emerged from the second half of the 15th century. It resembles a sallet less than its predecessors and was probably strongly inspired by the Greek Corinthian helmets from classical antiquity. During the Italian Renaissance, there was a particular interest in this period, which in the early 16th century even led to the \u003cem\u003eall'antica\u003c\/em\u003e armour style. This had an effect on plate armour development. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis barbute has a T-shaped visor. The forward-facing edges of this helmet provide the wearer with protection to the cheeks and face, while the field of vision is not obstructed. The helmet crest on this helmet is also influenced by the \u003cem\u003eall'antica\u003c\/em\u003e style. The steel crest imitates the helmet crests of Roman legionaries, thereby associating the wearer with this glorious past. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe helmet is made of 2 mm steel. The two halves of the helmet are welded together. 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