Morion of the State Guard of Elector Christian I of Saxony

1575–1596

Medium: russet steel, etched and gilded
Dimensions: Overall: 33.3 x 27 x 23.5 cm (13 1/8 x 10 5/8 x 9 1/4 in.)
Genre: Arms and armor
Museum: Cleveland Museum of Art

Tags

Germany, Nuremberg

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Christian I of Saxony outfitted his palace guards with black and yellow outfits topped off with a coordinated helmet like this one to highlight his grandeur and refinement. The Saxon coat of arms is also proudly displayed on the crest of this helmet.