Helmet

Description

Helmet of white metal, heavily ornamented gilt brass, jewels, brocade, cane, fur, coral and feathers, part of the ceremonial costume of a military commander: China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century AD

Museum reference

A.1903.293 H

Collection

World Culture

Object name

Helmet

Production information

China, East Asia

Date

19th century

Style / Culture

Qing Dynasty, Chinese (Manchu)

Materials

White metal, Brass gilt, Brocade, Cane, Fur, Coral, Quill

Physical description

Burnished white metal with gilt brass, tinsel, false jewels, brocade, cane, fur, coral and quills

Exhibitions

• Looking East: The Lady Ivy Wu Gallery (29 Jul 2011 - 08 Jun 2014)
  National Museum of Scotland