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LOT 402

Lot 402

Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC

Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
Lot 402 Details
Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC

with heavy arched brows above the eye slits and nose guard, flaring neck guard, and surmounted by a forked plume holder, the interior with riveted repairs
11.8 x 8.7 x 11.8 in — 30 x 22 x 30 cm

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $10,880
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
  • Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
  • Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
  • Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
  • Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
  • Etrusco-Corinthian Bronze Helmet, Southern Italy, 5th/4th century BC
Note:

The Etrusco-Corinthean helmet was worn like a cap, leaving the face exposed; the eye slits and nose guard of the Corinthian prototype evolved into purely decorative elements of the visor

CONDITION DETAILS

In excavated condition, with restored ancient break to neck guard

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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