Corinthian-type Helmet in the Walters Art Museum, September 2009

Corinthian-Type Helmet


Creator: Greek (Artist)

Period: 7th-6th century BC (Archaic)

Medium: bronze (Metal)

Accession Number: 54.2303

Measurements: 10 1/16 x 7 1/2 x 10 5/8 in. (25.5 x 19 x 27 cm)

Geographies: Corinth, Greece (?) (Place of Origin)

This type of helmet is commonly called "Corinthian" because it is worn by the goddess Athena on Corinthian coins, but helmets of this kind were not restricted to any one production center. The mask-like form covers the entire head, with openings only around the eyes and mouth.

Text from: art.thewalters.org/detail/9666/corinthian-type-helmet/