Sallet (Barbuta)

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

In Italy a form of close-fitting helmet called a barbuta was developed from the open-faced bascinet. Similar to ancient Greek helmets, the face was given a T-shaped opening for vision and ventilation. This example was strengthened with an applied steel strip to stop sword points from sliding into the wearer’s face.

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