Barbute 'Metropolitan Museum', 1-1.2 mm

Product description

A 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.

This 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.