Helmschmid Collection

Sallet of Emperor Maximilian I (1459-1519), German, Augsburg, ca. 1490-95

Burgonet, German, Augsburg, ca. 1550-55. Creator: Desiderius Helmschmid
Burgonet, German, Augsburg, ca. 1550-55

Left Shoulder Defense (Pauldron), German, Augsburg, ca. 1525. Creator: Kolman Helmschmid
Left Shoulder Defense (Pauldron), German, Augsburg, ca. 1525. Made for the Nuremberg patrician Wilhelm Rieter von Bocksberg (died 1541)

Reinforcing Pieces for the Tourney, German, Augsburg, ca. 1510-15

Three-Quarter armour, German, Augsburg, ca. 1525 and later. Creator: Kolman Helmschmid
Three-Quarter armour, German, Augsburg, ca. 1525 and later. The decoration of these elements is typical of the style of Daniel Hopfer of Augsburg (about 1470-1536)

Pair of Tassets of Emperor Charles V of Austria (1500-1558), German, Augsburg, ca. 1530-40

Cuirass and Tassets (Torso and Hip Defense), German, Augsburg, ca. 1510-20

Close Helmet with Mask Visor in Form of a Human Face, German, Augsburg, ca. 1515

Armet for the Tourney, German, Augsburg, ca. 1515-20. Creator: Kolman Helmschmid
Armet for the Tourney, German, Augsburg, ca. 1515-20

Jousting Sallet (Rennhut) Made for Louis II, King of Hungary and Bohemia, German, c1525
Jousting Sallet (Rennhut) Made for Louis II (1506-1526), King of Hungary and Bohemia, German, Augsburg, ca. 1525

Close Helmet for a Boy, German, Augsburg, ca. 1530-40. Creator: Kolman Helmschmid
Close Helmet for a Boy, German, Augsburg, ca. 1530-40

Pair of Tournament Pauldrons (Shoulder Defenses), German, Augsburg, ca. 1500

Top Lames of Vambraces (Arm Defenses) from a Costume armour, German, Augsburg, ca. 1525. May have been made for Jerzy Herkules Radziwill (1480-1541), a powerful Polish nobleman

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"Helmschmid: Masters of Augsburg Armor" Step into the world of exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled artistry with Helmschmid, the renowned armorers from Augsburg. From the opulent Sallet of Emperor Maximilian I to the intricate Burgonet, each piece tells a story of German excellence in armor-making. The legacy begins with Desiderius Helmschmid's masterpiece, the Burgonet. Crafted around 1550-55, this helmet showcases his skillful handiwork and attention to detail. Its elegant design perfectly blends form and function, offering both protection and style. Kolman Helmschmid takes center stage with his Left Shoulder Defense (Pauldron) from ca. 1525. This remarkable piece exemplifies Kolman's ability to create harmonious armor that complements its wearer while ensuring maximum defense on the battlefield. For those seeking tournament glory, look no further than Reinforcing Pieces for the Tourney crafted around 1510-15. These pieces were specifically designed for jousting competitions, providing additional reinforcement without compromising mobility – a testament to Helmschmid's ingenuity. The Three-Quarter Armour by Kolman Helmschmid combines elegance and functionality in equal measure. Created around 1525 and later refined over time, this suit embodies German craftsmanship at its finest – an embodiment of strength merged with artistic finesse. Emperor Charles V himself entrusted Helmschmid with crafting his Pair of Tassets during ca. , showcasing their reputation as armorers favored by royalty. The tassets bear witness to their exceptional skill in creating personalized pieces that exude power and prestige. Intricately detailed Cuirass and Tassets from ca. , demonstrate how even torso and hip defenses can be transformed into works of art under their expert hands. Augsburg becomes synonymous with superior quality when it comes to armors like these created between 1510-20.