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this is a vintage, sepiatoned illustration titled "les casques heraldiques" (heraldic helmets), likely from a book or manuscript. the illustration features nine detailed drawings of medieval helmets. these aren't simple helmets; they're adorned with ornate crests and decorative elements, highlighting the heraldic and symbolic nature of armor in that era. each helmet is presented in a slightly turned profile, showcasing its threedimensionality. the fine lines and shading of the drawing give the helmets a metallic texture, suggesting they are made of steel or another metal. the background is a creamy offwhite, which allows the intricate details of the helmets and their embellishments to stand out.  the overall aesthetic evokes a sense of history and craftsmanship.

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Created by: rose123 (@rose)

Parent collection: armour

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Created at: 2024-06-04T16:37:24.556Z

Updated at: 2024-07-08T23:00:47.746Z


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What is in the image: this is a vintage, sepiatoned illustration titled "les casques heraldiques" (heraldic helmets), likely from a book or manuscript. the illustration features nine detailed drawings of medieval helmets. these aren't simple helmets; they're adorned with ornate crests and decorative elements, highlighting the heraldic and symbolic nature of armor in that era. each helmet is presented in a slightly turned profile, showcasing its threedimensionality. the fine lines and shading of the drawing give the helmets a metallic texture, suggesting they are made of steel or another metal. the background is a creamy offwhite, which allows the intricate details of the helmets and their embellishments to stand out. the overall aesthetic evokes a sense of history and craftsmanship.

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WDTagged Tags: helmet, no humans, helm, armor, monochrome, english text, traditional media, brown background