'Sigurd's Helmet', 7th century


A detail of Sigurd's Helmet', Vendel, 7th century.


The so-called 'Sigurd's Helmet'. Possibly refers to the historical Sigebert of the Franks who died in 575.
Country of Origin: Sweden. Culture: Pre-Viking. Date/Period: Vendel period/ 7th C. Place of Origin: Vendel boat grave, Uppland.
Source: Werner Forman Archive/ Upplandsmuseet, Uppsala.



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