CELLINI, Benvenuto
(b. 1500, Firenze, d. 1571, Firenze)

Helmet

c. 1570
Repoussé steel, plated with gold and enameled, 68 x 49 cm
Musée du Louvre, Paris

The ceremonial shield and the matching helmet belonging to King Charles IX of Valois (1550-1574) are among the few surviving examples of fine weaponry from the French Renaissance. They are the work of Pierre Redon, who was goldsmith to the Valois court and valet to the king.




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