Armet - The Horned Helmet (1512)
Source: MyMiniFactory by Oliver Laric
The Armet - The Horned Helmet (1512) is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by Oliver Laric. One of the most mysterious objects in the Royal Armouries' collection is the 'horned helmet'. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
One of the most mysterious objects in the Royal Armouries' collection is the 'horned helmet'. This bizarre headpiece was commissioned in 1511 by he Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I as a gift for the young King Henry VIII. The helmet would have been part of a full armour, worn by King Henry for court pageants. Research to identify the source that inspired the horned helmet is continuing, but the copper alloy (possibly originally gilded) spectacles were never fitted with lenses, which reveals some clues as to its signification. It is believed that the spectacles form part of the identity of a ‘fool’, a figure commonly found in late 15th- and early 16th-century imagery, suggesting that everyone, however noble or lowly, has elements of foolishness in their character. A number of images of fools…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Armet - The Horned Helmet (1512) is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Oliver Laric.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Oliver Laric, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
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