Lot 5371
A northern Italian Savoyard cuirassier helmet, circa 1600
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A104aw | Live auction | 1078 Lots
Description
Two-piece forged skull with narrow, turned comb and rear visor crafted in one piece. Perforation at the crest with attached loop. On the sides two crescent-shaped openings for hearing. Pivoted, pointed peak with sturdy ridges. The ridged visor plate with drop-shaped cutouts for the eyes. Lateral hook closure. Pivoted bevor with collar crafted in one piece and lateral closing hook. Surfaces blackened, slightly crusty age patina. Minor repairs at the front edge of the collar. Height 29 cm, weight 2,090 g. Characteristic northern Italian cuirassier helmet in the original, almost untouched condition.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
